2003 Lexus GX470 vs 2005 Lexus GX470
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Lexus GX470 | 2005 Lexus GX470 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 46 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 125 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lexus GX470 | Lexus GX470 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 10 |
| Power Train | 11 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
2003 Lexus GX470
2005 Lexus GX470
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.