Most common 2016 Lexus GX460 problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus GX460 complaints by model year
Best GX460 years: 2013, 2016. Years to avoid: 2010, 2011. Compare all years →
2016 Lexus GX460 recalls (2)
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430,…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2016 Lexus GX460:
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited.
What 2016 Lexus GX460 owners say
Brakes
My wife reported sudden acceleration within seconds of pulling out of our driveway. No traffic, flat surface, daytime, good driving conditions. She says the car suddenly accelerated while approaching stop sign/t-intersection and brakes did not work. Car hit curb during abrupt left turn blowing out tire, then hit fire hydrant which it dragged before stopping. Toyota conducted edr readout and says they test drove the car. 6 weeks later they said no defects found. I requested an explanation of edr - but I have not received. Based on my wife's immediate and clear observations of event and the edr report I am not convinced. For example - edr shows accelerator was depressed 100% for 3.5 seconds with no brake pressure - yet car did not speed up, and actually slowed slightly to about 20 MPH; 2.5 sec. Into acceleration event car mysteriously shifted into park. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Lexus GX460. While pulling into a parking space at 3 MPH, the engine started to make a loud abnormal noise and the vehicle inadvertently accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop. As a result, the contact crashed into two parked vehicles before coming to a complete stop. The contact sustained thumb injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent auto body shop. The contact called king sport Lexus at [phone] (located at 2527 e stone dr., king sport, tn 37660) and was advised to call the Toyota manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and case number: [redacted] was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 7,373.
2016 Lexus GX460 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Lexus GX460 a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 GX460 rates average: 20% fewer complaints than a typical year of the GX460 at the same age. It is one of the best GX460 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Lexus GX460?
The brakes — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the suspension (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus GX460 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2016 Lexus GX460, the most recent from October 17, 2019 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus GX460?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2013 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2010 and 2011. See the full Lexus GX460 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Lexus GX460 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 7,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.