2001 Lexus GS300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS300 years
- More complaints than other years 5th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Lexus GS300. That ranks 5th out of 17 GS300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 18%), typically at around 145,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 18% | 145,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 18% | 77,523 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 18% | 93,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 12% | 91,075 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 12% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 12% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | 158,961 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 6% | 153,525 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 6% | 78,013 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Lexus GS300 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lexus gs300. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would not immediately accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. In addition, the vsc and check engine sensor indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the…
Door locks actuator failure on passenger front, passenger rear. Unable to open doors manually or remotely via key fob.
Exhaust system leaking exhaust fume into interior of car. System is leaking from exhaust flanges from the front catalytic converter to rear catalytic converter and muffler.
There is a squeaking noise whenever the care steering wheel is turned either ways. It gets a little bit difficult to turn sometimes. I have checked the power steering fluid level and it is okay as prescribed. I have just gotten back from my mechanic and he informed me that his vehicle toyota is…
The problem with this car has been happening for a while, but i put in today's date because it doesn't let you leave it blank. Whenever i have to go up a ramp or overpass,if i have to wait on the incline part due to traffic or a redlight, after being on the brake for a few minutes when you take…
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 | 17 | 0 |
| 2000 GS300 | 35 | 0 |
| 1999 GS300 | 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 2001 Lexus GS300?
Owners most often report power train, steering, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Lexus GS300?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.