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1) SAIS system fail ($$$). You're doing the starter at the same time, too. 2) radiator frame crack at upper hose mount ($) 3) air suspension system fail ($$ --> $$$) 4) CV boots/axles ( even if not lifted $$) 5) wheel bearing (fronts $$) 6) shift retaining clip (not yet - anticipated - $) 7) transfer case leak (not yet - anticipated - $$) 8) steering rack (not yet - anticipated - $$$) Key: $ :$500 or less $$: $500 - $1000 $$$: $1000 ++ EXPECT 1 - 5 to happen to your GX by 200k miles. Over 15 years of ownership and 190k miles on my '07 I have done them all and my (low-priced, *very* experienced and *very* busy Toyota-only tech) confirms. Unless you have good jack stands, a proper floor jack and DIY skills expect to budget $2500 per year for routine maintenance and repair for a mall crawler. Exponential cost increase if wheeling/crawling. Everyone talks about how reliable/bulletproof/simple these 470s and Landcruisers are - and yep: they are awesome - but you have to feed them.

Those are nada issues for a Japanese car brand. My 03 RSX Type Slow has over 300k miles, been driven all over California on some of the best canyon roads, still has original rotors, starter, cam chain, fuel pump, oil pump, and doesn't leak oil.

How does a recall expire?

I just got an estimate to repaint the car now that the recall is expired... 8 THOUSAND DOLLARS. WTF

Glass rear end

Those rear air bags are so misunderstood. Bought a pair @$36 and a freiend with a gx slipped them in over 1hour. Some mechanics want $350-$750 for this sham.

thumbs up for the HVAC info alone. great video sir!

Hi there I got a problem with my gx470 when I drivin it’s soun a bepin "bee-bee-bee-bee" sound from driver front side under de dash and I realize when the car is with lights on and breaking lights on thes lights of the dashboard lose brightness maybe is a battery problem someone has some similar problem thanks I appreciate

Good advice on running the 4wd in low and locking the differential every month or so to keep the fluids running through all the gears and parts.

MY SUN ROOF FRAME IS EXTREMELY RUSTED AND I HAVE A BUMP NOISE WHEN i START AND STOP.....I STILL WOULD BUY ANOTHER ONE.

Great post of common issues. The only one that's not easily fixable is the darn cracking dash. Great video!

My gx470 2005 have gear box problem. Can it be serviced? Or better still replacement. Waiting for your response. Reginald from Nigeria

The paint issues is with all car company’s using that paint code.

Driver's seat cover.... sigh....

Your wheels look as bad as mine. Plan to replace with black wheels soon. Haven’t had any rotor problems or dash cracking issues. I do plan on getting a dash cover. I love my 2004 GX 470!💙🚙✌🏻

The paint and dash issues are not recalls, they are warranty enhancements. That means Toyota will fix them for free if they fall under the mileage and age requirements. Recalls are safety related and do not have limits on vehicle age and mileage.

I’ve been working on GXs for a long time and this probably one of the most accurate videos out for common issues on the 470s. Great information for a potential buyer. I own a 06 with 070 paint and nav as well never had an issue either. The only thing I would add is inspect the radiator for tank to core leakage and if it’s a rust belt truck, look over the frame in front of the rear wheels carefully and up front below the radiator, by the tow loops.

Wow, I had a 2016 Dodge with a melting dash board in 2020. Dodge would not touch it , it was also a known issue. Impressive Lexus would go back on 10 year vehicles to replace a dash....thats says a lot about Lexus.

0:59 I got hit

Hey Parker - thanks for sharing. Are you in the Houston area by any chance? I'm toying with the idea of purchasing one of these to haul my e36 around as well, would love to chat with you more baout your experience thus far.

Surprised you didn’t mention the peeling paint on the rims, mine had that too probably should’ve been a recall

Funny that I could name worse issues with the GX470 than listed here but all of them still add up to one of the most well built indestructible vehicles ever made.

Just bought my first 2007 gx470 with 190k!

Do you have an Instagram page brw?

Let’s not call the SUV a truck ok now big boi I know it seems a little more manly but it’s definitely an SUV 😉

Excellent thanks 👍

Blizzard Pearl?, it is white whatever you call the paint

I love my 2008, it has the paint problem because I do have the white, the back door handle broke and had to replace the rotors and brakes. One BIG problem i had was the torque converter in the transmission was messed up and the truck would vibrate between 40-50 mph. Other than that its been a great vehicle!

So you replaced the air suspension with a huge coil in the center

Certainly you know like I know that we have the best suv ever .

I love our GX470 - 2005 with 175K (bought it new), but it hasn't been trouble-free. Cracking dash (too late for the recall); front rotors and calipers; ride height sensors (twice); corrosion on the wheels (replaced under warranty and the replacements corroded again); rusty sunroof frame (replaced under warranty, new frame rusted again); steering rack failed (slowly); junction block for rear A/C failed (warranty); alternator failed without any warning lights; radiator leaked at top; stainless steel exhaust rusted through (Michigan winters); actual mileage isn't good - 15/19 - and MPG readout is optimistic by about 15%; and the service at my local Lexus store went from great to terrible, so now all service on my GX470 and GS300 is all done at an independent shop. However, the GX470 is still our all-time favorite road trip vehicle. We plan on at least another 4 years and 50K on it.

If that’s all what is wrong with the gx470 than everything else must be right. It’s a good suv.

How did this video possibly take 9 minutes???

I found a 470 with 330k miles for 2700.00 ..Do I Dare???

secondary air injection system

Mine has 200k miles and runs like a dream and I full throttle that bitch all the time no signs of slowing

My 2004 has 353k and runs like a top,

I disagree on common problems the biggest I heard were the CV boot suspension and transfer case. Sure the handle too. Other than these these vehicles are 12 years old. Buying any one gives me the hee-bee-jee-bees I’m still going to get one though 😁and will look out for these. Thanks for the reminders. Great up close details

After 230,000 miles and 16 years of ownership, Navigation and ML system still kicking. The leather seats is a little worse for wear. Only out of warranty issues were replaced the alternator and CV boots.

All these problems are excited with this age... In fact, except paint issues, all are related to lack of proper maintenance..

timing belt, dash, rust, paint are the most expensive.Find one without these needs and its worth a bit! The 4runner has the exact problems.Yes the 07 is the best year.These are why the price varies from $8k-$17k for the same vehicle year/miles

Hmmm no engine problems just water and tare, I’ll buy me a 470 now 😆

bro u have got to finish that rear handle... just throw and lace up some paracord and make a dope ass homemade jeep stylesk handle!! plus if u ever want some rope to hang an awning ur all set!!

Great info thanks for sharing!

I’m gettin one of these, 04 100k 11grand. But i’m not sellin my 18 wrangler 2 door

#10. Every Gx470 passenger switch for heated seat “light on switch” burns out lol

Great video. Watched this while I was looking for one. That issue with the cv boot clamps coming apart is not a common thing with cars. And it’s not something you would normally be looking for. Your focus would be on the booth itself. The GX I ended up buying had the clamps coming loose. Your video saved me some money. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

Rotors for sure!

Where is this Phoenix Automative?

Don't forget the two front door speakers that fall apart and cost 500 bucks to replace.