Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Lexus GX470
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2007 Lexus GX470, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 27 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 6 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 5 complaints
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 3 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3 complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
Of the 27 complaints on file, 5 report a crash; across all 27 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Above average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$8,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 Lexus GX470 has proven reliability with relatively few complaints and no recent recalls. Its issues typically arise at higher mileage, indicating solid longevity in most systems.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| air suspension | 80,000–120,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | very common |
| brake master cylinder | 70,000–100,000 miles | $400–$900 | common |
| ECM | 60,000–90,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Timing belt and water pump
- Coolant replacement
- Spark plug replacement
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Irregular suspension height
- Brake warning light
- Check engine light
- Unusual braking noise
- Steering vibration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Lexus GX470 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.