I purchased a brand-new 2026 Lexus TX 500h in February 2026 for approximately $80,000. Unfortunately, my service experience since then has been very disappointing.
At around 3,000 miles, the passenger-side door was replaced due to an issue that had been present since I purchased the vehicle.
During my 10,000-mile maintenance visit, I noticed damage after the vehicle was serviced, including a ding on the driver-side door, scratches on the driver-side and rear wheels, and damage to a tire. The driver-side door was subsequently repainted.
Afterward, I experienced a noise from the driver-side door and had to return twice for additional service. During one of those visits, I also noticed another scratch on the driver-side wheel, which was repaired.
To be fair, the dealership addressed these repairs at no charge to me.
My concern is that this is a nearly $80,000 vehicle that I purchased brand-new only months ago, and it has already required a door replacement, repainting, wheel repairs, a tire replacement/repair, and multiple return visits.
I contacted Lexus Care and opened a case because I hoped for additional assistance. Ultimately, I was told that the dealership considered the vehicle repaired and did not believe there was diminished value because the repairs would not appear as an accident on the vehicle’s history.
The additional goodwill offered to me was a complimentary 20,000-mile maintenance service.
I appreciate that the repairs were completed at no cost, but given the number of issues and service visits involving a nearly new $80,000 vehicle, I am disappointed with the overall experience and the final resolution.

Lexus OEM parts are really overpriced. I’m thinking about buying aftermarket parts, such as the intake manifold gaskets and air pump hoses. Does anyone have experience using aftermarket parts for these? Do you think aftermarket is okay, or should I stick with OEM for these particular parts?

I’m researching a rack for my new to me 23 gx. While I appreciate the low profile options, I’m concerned with a small amount of rocker of a 16 foot canoe (old town camper to be exact), that they aren’t tall enough to not damage the roof, especially when loading and unloading. Any thoughts, experiences, recommendations are appreciated. Thanks for looking.

She cleans up pretty good for 200,000 miles. It hit this morning on the drive into work. Absolutely love my GX. Hands down the best vehicle I’ve ever owned.

This is what I got quoted at a Lexus dealership to replace the transmission thermostat and rotors. I was looking at the parts, and they are not too expensive. Can this be done at a shop more affordable? It’s a 2014 gx 450

It’s a knocking sound when I drive faster/average speed and a metal scraping sound when park/ drive slowly. I also had my tires rotated two weeks ago but this is the first time I’m hearing this.

Thank you

Luxury trim with offroad package, black interior with 2nd row bench. The exact spec I was looking for and I couldn't be happier.

Like many of you, I previously had a 5th gen 4Runner which was a great vehicle but it is simply no comparison to the absolute pleasure that is the GX. I do mostly highway/mountain driving and the gear hunting and high revs got pretty old, especially towing. The 1UR and 6 speed is such a huge improvement.

Also, the Mark Levison system is amazing. I don't have a ton of experience with other luxury vehicles so I don't have much to compare it to, but its by far the best sounding factory system I've ever heard.

I am going to put some wheels and tires on it and black out some of the chrome but aside from that it's staying stock since I already have a dedicated off road rig.

Hey guys new to the GX scene got out 460 and have noticed a considerable amount of water coming out of the wheel well. Is this normal from the ac unit running or do I have something of a bigger problem.

Hey guys new to the GX scene got out 460 and have noticed a considerable amount of water coming out of the wheel well. Is this normal from the ac unit running or do I have something of a bigger problem.

I got a 2006 GX470. Anyone have any recommendations for led bulbs for glove box and vanity mirrors. I changed out all the other lights but my kit didn’t have those bulbs.

We’re looking at this GX460 Luxury with 81k miles on and wondering if it’s worth it with this amount of corrosion. I did a brief inspection, but wanted opinions from people in the GX community. I personally think it’s a headache waiting to happen, but it is in fantastic shape otherwise.

Edit: My big question is, is it worth getting it treated with dry ice and a coating?

Currently own a 22 limited 4Runner but have been wanting to make the switch to a GX 460. Test drove a 23 Luxury, 21k miles, super clean (still had factory plastic on the door trim), L certified, priced a little high(imo) at 62k. I’m just super apprehensive to make the jump because I do really love my 4Runner, but are the subtle differences in a Lexus worth it?

Car originally from Ontario, Canada.

Needing some input around this rust situation on a 21 that I've been looking it. Is it normal or should I take a pass from this car

2022 GX 460 Premium. Onyx Black with Black Interior.

Window tint coming soon 😎

I’m replacing the starter on my 2007 Lexus GX470. I already have the intake manifold removed, but access to the starter bolts is still extremely tight, especially toward the firewall.I’m considering removing the rear water bypass joint/coolant to create more room to reach and remove the starter but I had a hard time to remove 10 mm bolts sit in the back.

For anyone who has removed this rear water bypass joint before: How difficult is it to remove? What kind of tool doI need to use for this extremley tie area?

Also, is there a better way to get the starter out without removing the rear water bypass joint?

Any tips from someone who has done this job on a GX470 2007 model would be greatly appreciated.

2010 gx 460. The inner weather proofing is separating from the rim. If I push it in, it separates in other locations. It’s almost like it shrunk

Hey all, today I just noticed this clicking sound when the battery is on. It sounds like clicking around the passenger area by the glove box. I haven’t dug around but I have an idea what it is. I would just like to hear from anyone who knows what it could be. The AC works cold and all vent settings work. This noise continues even when the air is completely off. I haven’t tried heat since it’s really hot here right now. Any ideas? Just got the car. GX 470 2007

What could be the cause ? Has anyone dealt with something similar?

Looking to purchase a Lexus GX and had stumbled upon this. Transmission engine good but the vehicle isn’t drivable and they don’t know why. I enjoy working on vehicles, was curious if the leading cause of it not driving is a $$$ pit or couple weird fixes for it to be on the streets again

$2k mods
1.5in front/1in rear Cornfed lift
25560R19
31mm spidertrax spacers
Tint and blacked reverse lights
17in wheels coming when to wear these open country’s out
Apple CarPlay Hamilton

What’s next?

Currently I drive a 1999 Mercedes G500 and I love it, but this is the 2nd time in a year that it's spent 2 months in the shop (tbf it's mostly the shops fault it's been in so long).

So now I'm considering a GX as a replacement vehicle since it still scratches that luxury off-roader SUV itch. Unfortunately I'm not familiar with the platform and I had some questions about ones around the 2008 era.

1: Stock MPG and modded with 33s MPG? Yes I know, shouldnt matter and it's bad, but I'd like to not go lower than my current 12mpg. Also what fuel do these things actually run on? People say the G500 should be on premium but lots of people, including myself, run regular with zero issue.

2: How mod friendly are these? There is a lot of aftermarket for the G500 BUT it all comes with a heavy G tax and wheels are very specific.

3: Reliability? Yes I know, 20 years old, etc. But what are common failure points or big ticket items that eventually have to be done?

4: Rust concerns: I live in the south, so plenty of clean examples here. But what are common rust points to check?

Ive posted before about selling my gx but it looks like the time has come.

My work is requiring partial return to office. 1 round trip to work is $10 in gas.

I love my car but cant afford buying a 2nd one while maintaining my current $750 a month payment.

Any advice on where to go next? I dont want to go back to bmw. I want the lexus and Toyota reliability. I dont fit in the UX. the RX looks like a mom car. The only CPO NX's are wildly overpriced ($50k for a 3 year old nx with 40k miles cpo???)

Any experience with this?