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2005 Lexus GX repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (18%)
Suspension and Steering (38%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 34 repairs.
2005 Lexus GX repair cost distribution
$2500+ (12%)
$1000 - $2499 (31%)
$500 - $999 (23%)
$100 - $499 (19%)
< $100 (15%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Lexus GX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Lexus GX in Kentucky, United States - Feb 2012 | |||
| Feb 201247000 miUS $1250 | Height sensors on both rear wheels for OEM adjustable air suspension needed to be replaced because they both died. Without proper functioning, the rear air suspension is inactive making the ride extremely rough and uncomfortable. | ||
| Lexus GX in Missouri, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jun 2017177000 miUS $1000 | Replaced rear air suspension with coils. Removed air suspension completely. | ||
| Lexus GX in Nebraska, United States Feb 2013 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jul 201386000 miUS $100 | Check rear suspension-cleaning drive height sensor connections. | ||
| Nov 2017109000 miUS $1525 | new pads rotors hand break handle CV Boot Replacement. Front and Rear Pads and Rotors, Brake Fluid Flush, E Brake lever repair | ||
| Sep 2021118000 miUS $500 | Parking brake parts replaced and adjusted | ||
| Nov 2021118000 mi | Parking Brake adjusted. | ||
| Lexus GX in California, United States Feb 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Jan 201591000 miUS $940 | Rear airsprings replaced at 91k miles, passenger side airspring malfunctioned and was stuck in maxed-out position. Airsprings not leaking, but recommended replacing both airsprings. Effectively no suspension in rear until repaired. | ||
| Jan 2018124000 miUS $900 | Shop found play in steering and suspension, replaced worn wheel bearings. 30k service Power steering pump leaking at seals, replaced by shop. | ||
| Lexus GX in Missouri, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 2018133000 miUS $150 | Alternator went bad | ||
| Lexus GX in Illinois, United States - Sep 2008 | |||
| Sep 200826700 mi | Replaced rear driveshaft assembly | ||
| Lexus GX in Michigan, United States Apr 2015 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Dec 201598000 miUS $800 | Bad front passenger wheel bearing Ball joint and Lower control arm needed to be replaced | ||
| Lexus GX in Arizona, United States Feb 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Oct 2015105000 miUS $3000 | leaky radiator replaced Rear shocks worn out/non-fuctional | ||
| Lexus GX in Ontario, Canada Feb 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 2016183900 miC $2000 | Radiator Leak and Water pump bearing Brake Calipers | ||
| Feb 2017190340 miC $1500 | Rear passenger side wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Apr 2017202740 miC $750 | Warning lights. Some valves needed to be changed. | ||
| May 2022285200 miC $500 | Height sensors have failed, leading to bottoming of the suspension. | ||
| Lexus GX in Oregon, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Nov 2016170500 miUS $3500 | Had to replace secondary air pump and 3 check valve sensors. Also replaced starter and had front brake pads replaced | ||
| Lexus GX in California, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 2016189000 miUS $6000 | Replaced all shocks and one ball joint asssembly. Truck has been used extensively off road and things had loosened up. | ||
| Apr 2017196000 miUS $1000 | Air pump malfunctioned, setting off a Christmas display of warning lights on the dash. Dealer wanted nearly $3k to replace it. Independent shop can do it for much less. | ||
| May 2017196000 miUS $100 | replaced the driving/fog light assemblies that had clouded over | ||
| Sep 2017198000 miUS $1000 | Replace malfunctioning A/C compressor | ||
| Lexus GX in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2016 - Aug 2020 | |||
| Feb 201626000 mi | Secondary air pump valve stuck open. Did not affect drivability besides CEL which sent the car into limp mode sometimes. | ||
| Jul 2016129700 miUS $30 | Coolant coming out from reservoir | ||
| Nov 2016133700 miUS $350 | Vehicle was misfiring/ rough engine. Shop could not duplicate problem. They replaced spark plugs and used a fuel system cleaner just in case. | ||
| Aug 2017141000 miUS $200 | Front pads and calipers replaced after latter seized. | ||
| Lexus GX in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2015 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Feb 201675600 mi | power steering pump failed due to not being reinstalled properly after timing chain replacement. Dealer covered all costs with a very red face | ||
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