1995 Lexus GS300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS300 years
- Not enough data 8th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Lexus GS300. That ranks 8th out of 17 GS300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (4 complaints, 44%), typically at around 208,522 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 9owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Lexus GS300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 | 44% | 208,522 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 11% | 80,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 Lexus GS300 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to inadequate lubrication of the inside of the lower ball joints, excessive wear can occur causing damage to the lower ball joints. Separation of the lower ball joints from the steering knuckle arms could occur.
Risk: This condition could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the lower ball joints.
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.
As i pulled up and made a left turn into the driveway at my parent's house, i heard a loud clunk and the car dropped to the ground and could not be moved and so it died in the middle of the residential street. I came out and found that it was my lower ball joint and it had broke off the rod was…
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 lexus gs300. While driving 60 mph, the contact heard a loud popping noise when he lost control of the vehicle. With excessive force to the steering wheel, he was able to bring the vehicle to a stop. After inspection, he noticed that the front driver side tire was…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 lexus gs300. The contact stated that the front driver side wheel spins and can be pushed back onto the wheel base. The mechanic placed the vehicle on the left and was also able to do this. The ball joint and the bearings on the vehicle were defective. The contact spoke…
Dt: contact owns a 1995 lexus. While driving one could hear a rattling noise. Vehicle was taken to the dealership. The contact was told that the front lower control arms and the ball joints needed to be replaced. A recall on this particular vehicle was issued but this vehicle but vin is not…
When the brakes were pressed the vehicle would accelerate. *nlm problem was corrected floor mat was over pedal.*ts
Other Lexus GS300 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 GS300 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 GS300 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 GS300 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 GS300 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 GS300 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 GS300 | 124 | 2 |
| 2005 GS300 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 GS300 | 6 | 0 |
| 2003 GS300 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 GS300 | 13 | 0 |
| 2001 GS300 | 17 | 0 |
| 2000 GS300 | 35 | 0 |
| 1999 GS300 | 38 | 0 |
| 1998 GS300 | 60 | 1 |
| 1997 GS300 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 GS300 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Lexus GS300?
Owners most often report suspension, electrical system, equipment problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Lexus GS300?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 Lexus GS300 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS300 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.