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2018 Lexus GX460 problems

The most common problem on the 2018 Lexus GX460 is suspension. Its complaint count is close to a typical GX460 model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
103
Worst area
Suspension
Fuel economy
16mpg

The worst 2018 Lexus GX460 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Suspension
    3
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Suspension
    3
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 2

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported November 4, 2020 · 1,525,742 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371 or Lexus customer service at 1‑800‑255‑3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V‑012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Recall number 20V682000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported December 20, 2017 · 649 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk
An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.

Recall number 17V831000 · Recall details

See all 2 recalls for the 2018 Lexus GX460

Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Lexus GX460 103

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 103 bulletins for the 2018 Lexus GX460

2018 Lexus GX460 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.6L 8‑cyl4WD151816

What 2018 Lexus GX460 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 29, 2020 · Suspension · NY

I went to new country lexus dealer I complained three times they put a lot of mileage test driving it and kept over 24 hours and said there was nothing wrong with it. They still make the same noise in the suspension. I would like to tell people not to buy lexus is junk I've driven 2 cars from this company and it sucks and is junk and please don't go there. They are round never return calls. All they want is your money. Again please don't buy lexus cars, I've had almost 6 years of experience and is complete junk. Thank you

Filed Jun 19, 2020 · Airbags · 31,000 miles · NJ · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2018 lexus gx460. The contact stated while driving about 45 MPH she fell asleep behind the wheel due to a medical condition and side swiped two parked vehicles. The contact stated that no air bags deployed. The police came to the scene and a report was taken. The contact stated that she sustained bruising from the seat belt and injuries to her right hand however, her grandson whom was seated in the rear passenger seat sustained injuries to his leg and knee, and a cut lip. The contact mentioned that most of the damage to the vehicle was on the passenger side. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2020 · Transmission · 10 miles · NY

There is a thud that occurs in the drive train when accelerating from a stop, or accelerating from a roll. The dealer said its normal, but it cannot be normal. It is a literal thud. I have heard this thud countless times over the last year since we bought the car. I have also read on many forums that other people have this same issue.

Filed Dec 12, 2018 · Suspension · 50 miles · NM

Vehicle often sits visibly lower on the left side during driving and at rest. Vehicle also often hisses from rear after turning off after driving. Dealer denies any problem, but states they have had several other complaints from other customers. Lexus states problem can only be diagnosed with full tank of gas - implying if the gas tank is not full, the vehicle may be unlevel. Lexus states this is a normal condition for this vehicle, and the vehicle does not meet lexus repair criteria. First noticed issue on day of purchase. At that time dealer said it could be adjusted, but now states there is no adjustment. (I did not have the stated adjustment performed at that time, because I had just driven 2 hours to pickup my new vehicle).

Filed Aug 8, 2018 · Wheels · 185 miles · TX

Car be good. Just need full gas 2 year.

Filed May 30, 2018 · Brakes · 1,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

I am a boone nc police officer that investigated a crash in which the driver and evidence suggests the following: the driver press the brake pedal, the braking system failed to engage and the accelerator went to 100%. The lexus hit eight other vehicles before turning onto its side. The driver was sure that he was pressing the brake pedal ( he is also an airplane pilot). Our local newspaper did an article about the crash and was contacted by another lexus SUV owner. The other lexus owner stated that the same thing happened to her in the lowes hardware parking lot in wytheville va. One may assume that there is a problem with the computer system in the 2018 lexus SUV. If I know of two incidents of this nature, I wonder how many instances there is nationwide.

Filed May 29, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 490 miles · TX

I bought the car last momth (may april 2018), now the mileage is just 490, and the car is already leaning to the right passenger side. The first issue with the car was it was pulling to the right when you drive it at a speed of 30 - 40 miles per hour. I took it to the dealership westside lexus houston. And they did fix it. But the leaning to the right side was not fixed. The service personnel said that this is normal for the car to lean, and I told them that when the car is in motion you can even tell and feel that it is leaning. They said that it is normal, this is part of the kdss system and there is nothing to be worried about. I was so disappointed because my two kids get to ride this car, my family. And I know for a fact that this is a safety issue that needs to be addressed. I have done some research, and for years since the previous model of gx 460 they said its normal even if its not normal.. This is not a good quality car made for family. I wasted my hard earned $56,000. I bought this car brand new with $3000 downpayment. I should have just kept the $3000, now I am planning to get this repair from my own pocket since they wont fix it.

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Questions about the 2018 Lexus GX460

Is the 2018 Lexus GX460 reliable?

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2018 Lexus GX460, close to a typical GX460 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Lexus GX460?

Suspension, with 3 complaints. Next is airbags (1).

How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus GX460 have?

2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and equipment.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Lexus GX460 get?

Official estimates for the 2018 Lexus GX460 range from 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.6L 8-cyl, 4WD) gets 15 city and 18 highway.

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