2005 Lexus GS300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 24, 2018 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GS300 years
Not enough data 10th of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Lexus GS300. That ranks 10th out of 17 GS300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2005 Lexus GS300 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1
Tires1 · ~90,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train150%———
Tires150%90,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 1 complaints
2010: 1201012018: 120181

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Lexus GS300 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Lexus GS300.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Transmission has failed error codes p0751,p2757,c1201 car has 40,700 miles!

Power Train · received Jan 24, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11064741

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 lexus gs300. The contact stated the vehicle was being inspected when he was informed that the rear passengers wheel was cracked and would not rotate. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for further inspection or repairs. The current and failure mileages were 90,000…

Tires · received May 18, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10331008

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus GS300?

Owners most often report power train, tires problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Lexus GS300?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.