2015 Lexus GS 350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 14, 2023 · 15 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GS 350 years
Far more complaints than other years 5th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lexus GS 350. That ranks 5th out of 13 GS 350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (4 complaints, 27%), typically at around 36,800 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Lexus GS 350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering4 · ~36,800 mi
Electrical System3 · ~52,300 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~52,300 mi
Service Brakes2
Structure2 · ~54,643 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~54,000 mi
Engine1 · ~36,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~36,000 mi
Tires1 · ~53,000 mi
Visibility/wiper1 · ~83,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering427%36,800——
Electrical System320%52,300——
Unknown or Other320%52,300——
Service Brakes213%———
Structure213%54,643——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)17%54,000——
Engine17%36,000——
Fuel/propulsion System17%36,000——
Tires17%53,000——
Visibility/wiper17%83,000——
Wheels17%3,400——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2020, with 6 complaints
2016: 1201612017: 1201712019: 3201932020: 6202062021: 3202132023: 120231

n = 15 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Lexus GS 350 recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJan 13, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · 1,830,752 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Steering: Car pulls to the right when travelling above 50mph. Done 4 wheels alignment at Lexus dealership already but the problem still persists. Technician said the steering rack is the problem but refused to acknowledge that it's the common issue with this car! Brakes: The 2-piece rotor makes…

Steering · received Mar 14, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11511899

Car darts while attempting to hold the steering in place. Feels like it sticks and when attempting to correct it over-corrects.

Steering · received Nov 1, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11438897

After driving a while 30 minutes or so steering intermittently stiffens especially in turns loss of power steering. Creating very dangerous situation especially if you are yielding. It can cause a very bad accident situation as you may loose control driving control. It is an electronic steering.

Steering · received Sep 16, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11433285

Driver door power lock actuator doesnt work. Will not work at all with power lock button or key fob. Will only work manually but only after several attempts or giggling it strongly. Also will not open when using the handle. You must keep trying to wiggle it to get it to open. Hazardous condition as…

Structure · received Jan 4, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11386468

I purchased my vehicle 2018 and within approx. A month i was involved in an accident on the freeway where my vehicle stalled which resulted in major damages to my car . I couldn't explain what happened because i didn't know at the time. Prior to the accident i spoke to the dealership and reported…

Electrical System · received Sep 24, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11360850

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus GS 350?

Owners most often report steering, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Lexus GS 350?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Lexus GS 350 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS 350 model years, the 2015 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.