1999 Lexus GS300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS300 years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Lexus GS300. That ranks 3rd out of 17 GS300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (12 complaints, 32%), typically at around 86,550 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 38owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 32% | 86,550 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 18% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 16% | 69,734 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 16% | 169,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8% | 66,567 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 8% | 58,230 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 8% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 8% | 67,586 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 5% | 199,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 5% | 135,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 3% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | 176,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Lexus GS300 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Lexus GS300.
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.
"takata recall" all door locks must be manually locked at each door....windows open at times when key unlocks car....both keys are loose at the base and are held together by tape.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 lexus gs300. After the vehicle was started, the abs and vsc warning indicators illuminated. In addition, while driving various speeds, a fuel odor emitted from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the…
I got brakes put on at the lexus of palm beaches off of okeechobee blvd last year and paid over 475 dollars for all parts. As a result 7 months later my brakes began to squeak so i called them and i was not assisted with new parts except just brake spray which is not good. The parts are defective…
While car newly made remote key crank car that had been sitting without being driven 30 +days , i crank car and alarm sounded and flashing lights came on and would not turn off when car key taken out of ignition. Then the car began to crank all by itself without the key even in the ignition!!! I…
Preparing to stop while entering access gate slowing to around 10 - 15 mph, after applying brake car accelerated forcing me to reapply brake again and shifting to park. This is the first time that this high level acceleration has happened although before i have noticed occasionally a low level…
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 | 38 | 0 |
| 1998 GS300 | 60 | 1 |
| 1997 GS300 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 GS300 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 GS300 | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lexus GS300?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Lexus GS300?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 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 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.