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Lexus GX repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (28%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (1%)

Chart based on 83 repairs.
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Lexus GX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (40%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (15%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

301-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

35000 mi

US $300
also heat shield reattachment (unrelated to brakes) 

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2011 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

301-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

61700 mi Replace Bank 1 and Bank 2 secondary air switching valve assemblies with gaskets, and secondary air pump assembly. Was reimbursed by Lexus for expenses, and part and repair now covered under extended warranty. 

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2009 Lexus GX

Engine not specified

118420 mi

C $1000
All 4 O2 sensors were replaced 

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2009 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

172160 mi

US $950
Serpentine belt and tensioners replaced. 

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2008 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

148000 mi

US $1200
Replaced hvac core behind dash; lots of labor 

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2007 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

159000 mi

US $25
Check Engine light on. Code reader indicates minor Evap leak. Bought new Gas Cap@Lexus dealer. Second one in 3 years. 

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2006 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

123500 mi

US $2200
timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt replaced radiator replaced 
94000 mi

US $1600
water pump 
161000 mi

US $468
Replaced leaking radiator and new thermostat. 
113000 mi

US $2000
A pump 

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2005 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

105000 mi

US $3000
leaky radiator replaced 
183900 mi

C $2000
Radiator Leak and Water pump bearing Brake Calipers 
202740 mi

C $750
Warning lights. Some valves needed to be changed. 
170500 mi

US $3500
Had to replace secondary air pump and 3 check valve sensors.  
26000 mi Secondary air pump valve stuck open. Did not affect drivability besides CEL which sent the car into limp mode sometimes. 
129700 mi

US $30
Coolant coming out from reservoir 
133700 mi

US $350
Vehicle was misfiring/ rough engine. Shop could not duplicate problem. They replaced spark plugs and used a fuel system cleaner just in case. 
196000 mi

US $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. 

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2004 Lexus GX 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

129000 mi

US $1200
Replaced both passenger side catalytic converters and O2 sensors. 
92000 mi

US $750
Replaced leaky radiator 

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