Lexus GS 350 Problems by Year
Lexus GS 350 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GS 350 year: 2007, 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 GS 350: 57 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2013 GS 350: 26 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2008 GS 350: 19 complaints, 4 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2006 GS 350: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2018 GS 350: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2016 GS 350: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus GS 350 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 9 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 6 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| Steering | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Structure | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Suspension | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Equipment | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Lexus GS 350 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 GS 350 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2018 GS 350 | 1 | 2 | — | Structure | |
| 2017 GS 350 | 4 | 1 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 2016 GS 350 | 3 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2015 GS 350 | 15 | 1 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2014 GS 350 | 16 | 1 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 GS 350 | 26 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2011 GS 350 | 4 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2010 GS 350 | 7 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2009 GS 350 | 8 | 3 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2008 GS 350 | 19 | 4 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 GS 350 | 57 | 5 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 GS 350 | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus GS 350 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (57), 2008 (19), 2013 (26), 2014 (16), 2015 (15) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GS 350 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus GS 350?
Engine, with 22 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Lexus GS 350 have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.