2019 Lexus Gx problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices:exterior (1) · Visibility/Wiper (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (25)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2025-12-15 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Electrical System 2025-06-13 · L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. the procedures outlined in this service bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2024-07-29 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2024 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Structure:body 2024-07-29 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2024 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Showing the 6 most recent of 25 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-07-22 · Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices:exterior · 19,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 lexus gx460. while the contact’s wife was driving and exiting the driveway at the residence, the driver’s and passenger’s side side-view mirrors became distorted with crinkle-like lines. the contact stated that the lines obstructed driving visibility and the ability to safely operate the vehicle. upon investigation, the cont…”
2023-12-13 · Unknown Or Other“dec 12th 17:05 in i-880 south bound, 2019 lexus gs460 rear window shattered with huge exploded sound, and rear wiper gone, and hydraulic rod which supported window fall down. there is no rock and any gun shot. there is not any alert. the temperature is 55 degree in bay area, and no heat/air condition is on. it is kind of risk for the driver and th…”
2021-03-04 · Fuel System, Gasoline“tl* the contact owns a 2019 lexus gx460. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign: number 20v682000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact called lexus of atlantic city (3169 fire rd, egg harbor township, nj 08234, (609) 641-0008) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet ava…”
2021-03-02 · Suspension · 12,000 mi“hello, my car is tilted to the right when traveling on highway. also tilted a lot when i turn left. this is not normal because my other cars don't behave like that. i brought to lexus dealer but was informed the car is normal. however, i need ntsb to check because i don't feel safe with this car. note: i think this is a manufacturer defect beca…”
2021-02-09 · Engine · 20,000 mi“lexus keep sending us a recall notice (no 20v682) but with remedy not available. it has been more than a year were we are told our car might stall during driving. my lease will expire this december and i am still driving a car that i am told is not safe. i have been avoiding long trip with the car for this reason. lexus need to come up with a remed…”
2021-01-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my vehicle is equipped with a low pressure fuel pump which may stop operating while in motion and will cause a crash. i am unable to continue to drive this vehicle with my wife and two children. this is a major lexus/toyota recall with no remedy available. …”
2020-04-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 10,000 mi“when driving at speeds over 50 mph the cars engine dies. it has happened 3 times on the highway. it is very dangerous. the car will restart only after you come to a complete stop. lexus states there are no issues. very disappointing.…”
2019-07-09 · Visibility/Wiper · 400 mi“when putting the vehicle in reverse the sideview mirrors automatically turn in and down per lexus default. problem is you cannot override the default to adjust them for a clear view to the rear, which means every time you back-up you have to adjust them. that creates 2 safety issues: first being sometime i am in the middle of the street trying to…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.