2013 Lexus GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Lexus GS. That ranks 3rd out of 24 GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (5 complaints, 26%), typically at around 71,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 19owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Lexus GS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 5 | 26% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 16% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 16% | 73,676 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 11% | 67,187 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 11% | 67,187 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 11% | 41,900 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5% | 69,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 5% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Lexus GS recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Lexus GS.
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.
Battery life is very short sometimes lasting no more than 9 months.
2013 Lexus GS350, VIN [XXX], manufactured 04/2013. Mileage at repair was approximately 117,310â117,485 miles. During diagnosis for check-engine/EVAP codes, liquid gasoline was found inside the EVAP canister / Leak Detection Pump assembly. This EVAP component is intended to handle fuel vapor, and…
The servo motor is bad per Lexus dealership. There is a recall for this exact problem for newer models. Years 2013 - 2016 should be included. My daughter has a 2006 Lexus, and it has the exact same problem. Lexus has a problem with their HVAC systems. The air conditioning stalls when turning on and…
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2013 Lexus GS 350. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while making a right or left turn, and the steering wheel was moved all the way. The contact stated…
Brake actuator or booster accumulator, always has been failing on Toyota/lexus hybrids, they need to do another bulletin or TSD because the malfunction is unsafe and many drivers are reporting it
Other Lexus GS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 GS | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 GS | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 GS | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 GS | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 GS | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 GS | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 GS | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 19 | 0 |
| 2012 GS | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 GS | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 GS | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 GS | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 GS | 15 | 0 |
| 2007 GS | 25 | 2 |
| 2006 GS | 44 | 6 |
| 2005 GS | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 GS | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 GS | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 GS | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 GS | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 GS | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 GS | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 GS | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 GS | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lexus GS?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Lexus GS?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2013 Lexus GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS model years, the 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.