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2009 Lexus GX470Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2009 Lexus GX470. Most complaints involve seats (1). The EPA rates it 15 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
15mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: seats
Fuel cost / yr
$5,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2009 Lexus GX470 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2010 – Mar 2010
  1. Seats1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each GX470 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200352
200485
200533
200639
200739
200815
20091
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Seats

1 report
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LEXUS GX 470. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20-25 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS SEEMED TO MOVE BACKWARD AND FORWARD. SUDDENLY BOTH SEAT BOLTS LOOSENED WITHOUT WARNING. HE PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BUT THEN RESUMED DRIVING WITH CAUTION. THE CONTACT WAS BEING INSPECTED AT AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 9,000. UPDATED 5/10/10 *CN UPDATED 09/23/10”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 29, 2010SeatsODI 10322619
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines
4.7L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 5-spd
Drive
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GX 470
Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
141815$5,300592
  • GX 470
    Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L
    14 city · 18 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Lexus GX470 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 5366
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2009 GX470 questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Lexus GX470 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.

What are the most common 2009 Lexus GX470 problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are seats (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2009 Lexus GX470 get?

The EPA rates the 2009 Lexus GX470 at 15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026