2003 Lexus GS300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS300 years
- About as many complaints as other years 7th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Lexus GS300. That ranks 7th out of 17 GS300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (4 complaints, 33%), typically at around 80,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 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 | 4 | 33% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 25% | 13,270 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 17% | 109,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 8% | 214,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 8% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 8% | 214,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 8% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | 80,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Lexus GS300 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 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 2003 lexus gs300. When the vehicle was started, the engine made an unusual revving noise. In addition, three unknown warning indicators illuminated and did not turn off. Also, when applying pressure to the brake pedal, the pedal stiffened, which made it difficult to make a…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 lexus gs300. While the hood was open, it suddenly fell down on its own. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Letter from senator nelson on behalf of constituent re 2003 gs300 lexus airbag. *smd the consumer wanted to know if the air bags were safe. *jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 lexus gs300. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated, causing him to crash into another vehicle. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but they could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The…
Door lock actuator failure making the door not lock and/or not open. *tr
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 | 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 GS300 | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lexus GS300?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, tires, power train problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Lexus GS300?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 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 2003 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.