NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Lexus GX 460 Safety Ratings
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 scores 82 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 achieved a 3-star rating in both frontal crash protection and rollover resistance, with the latter category indicating a 26 percent rollover risk. These limitations are notable given the vehicle's otherwise strong performance in safety assessments. Its clean recall record and perfect score for avoidance technology contribute to an overall NHTSA Safety Index of 82/100, positioning it within the Strong band.
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100 and a 4-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Lexus GX 460 ranks 99 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 82 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 25.6% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 99 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Lexus GX 460?
What defines the 2023 Lexus GX 460 in safety terms is the combination of a spotless recall slate and a full avoidance-technology score. The defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20 is nearly the ceiling, and earning all 10 avoidance-tech points reflects standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the lineup for this year. Those two components together account for 29.75 of the vehicle's 82 total points, giving the Strong-band result a firm structural foundation. The crash-protection sub-score of 52 out of 70 is where the story becomes more nuanced. The 5-star side result is genuinely impressive for a body-on-frame SUV in this segment, but the 3-star frontal and 3-star rollover scores temper the overall picture. A 26 percent rollover risk is a real figure that occupants of a tall, body-on-frame vehicle should understand, even as the dynamic tip test produced a No Tip outcome. No prior-year Safety Index is on file, so a year-over-year comparison cannot be made. The 6 unverified complaints on record are a low volume for a vehicle of this age and type, though the two brake-related allegations and the single injury allegation are worth noting as unconfirmed signals.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Lexus GX 460 perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 achieved a 5-star rating in NHTSA's side impact crash tests, a strong performance in that category. This result contributes to an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. However, its frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were each rated at 3 stars. The GX 460 carries a calculated rollover risk of 26 percent, though the dynamic tip test did not result in a tip-over.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18575
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Lexus GX 460 have any recalls?
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That clean defect record contributes directly to the near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Lexus GX 460?
NHTSA has received 6 unverified owner complaints for the 2023 GX 460. Alleged problem areas include Service Brakes (2 reports), Seat Belts (1), Steering (1), Visibility and Wipers (1), and an Unknown or Other category (1). One complaint alleges an injury. All are unverified allegations, not established facts.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Lexus GX 460?
A key point for potential buyers of the 2023 GX 460: its recall record stands clear at present. No recall campaigns have been initiated by federal safety regulators for this model year. This can, of course, change, and prudent consumers will verify recall status with NHTSA's database using the vehicle's VIN before purchase, ensuring any future safety actions have been addressed.
- The 2023 GX 460 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that directly drives its near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20.
- NHTSA's side-impact test produced a 5-star result for this model year, the strongest individual crash rating in the vehicle's NCAP profile.
- The rollover risk rating of 26 percent and a 3-star rollover score are specific 2023 NCAP findings that buyers of this tall, body-on-frame SUV should factor into their assessment.
- Six unverified NHTSA complaints have been filed for this model year, with Service Brakes accounting for two of those alleged reports and one complaint alleging an injury.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Lexus GX 460 places
The 2023 Lexus GX 460 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Lexus GX 460 safety questions
Was the 2023 Lexus GX 460 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Lexus GX 460, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Lexus GX 460 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Lexus GX 460 earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 3 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 25.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Lexus GX 460 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Lexus GX 460 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Lexus GX 460?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Lexus GX 460. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18575), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus GX 460 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 99 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.