NHTSA Data Explorer

Lexus GS300

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

435

Active records

Recalls

15

Active records

TSBs

311

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

33

Crashes

45

Fires

6

Top reported issues — Lexus GS300

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Operating state

159

Condition issue

110

Lighting behavior

52

Performance issue

44

Engine behavior

40

Reporting mechanism

40

Braking behavior

38

Vibration/harshness

38

Fluid issue

33

Noise

29

Safety restraint issue

28

Driver assistance issue

26

Electrical issue

25

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

25

Safety restraint behavior

24

Steering behavior

23

Access/entry issue

21

Thermal issue

16

Ride/handling behavior

15

Smell

6

Powering on/off behavior

4

Recent change

3

Starting behavior

3

HVAC behavior

1

Infotainment behavior

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2018 LEXUS GS

Filed Sep 27, 2026


The carbon fiber interior trim on my 2018 Lexus GS F is delaminating at three locations: left of the steering wheel, right of the steering wheel, and the center console/shifter surround. The clear coat is lifting, cracking, and separating from the substrate, and it has worsened with temperature cycling. Mileage is approximately 72,000. The parts remain installed and are available for inspection on request. Safety risk: The lifting clear coat next to the steering wheel causes glare in direct…

2004 LEXUS GS

Filed Jun 30, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact was interested in purchasing a 2004 Lexus GS 300 on Facebook Marketplace. The contact reached out to the seller and was informed that vehicle was sold. The contact stated that hours later, the contact discovered the same vehicle listed on Facebook Marketplace website from another owner; however, the contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy within the Advertisement. The contact stated that the original mileage was listed as 209,248; however, the second…

2006 LEXUS GS

Filed Feb 24, 2025


1 death
1 injured
Crash

6.The crash involved complex vehicle systems that may have been manipulated using advanced techniques. I have it documented as a PDF files, can email anytime...

2019 LEXUS GS

Filed Jan 4, 2025


When driving at highway speeds (65mph-75mph) the steering rack in Lexus gs350 (4th generation models) will seem “sticky” on “swooping turns”. A slight jerk is the only way to get out of this sticky feeling. The steering racks have been a major issue with these cars and seem fairly frequent to malfunction. I personally think, considering safety standpoint, the steering rack should be recalled. This issue is very prevalent in many Lexus/toyota models with electronic steering racks (not just the…

2003 LEXUS GS

Filed Dec 19, 2024


car stalls when trying to accelerate like its going to turn off...The Wheel alighnment is not correct.Doors will not lock Bad lighting i cant see because front lights are doll

2006 LEXUS GS

Filed May 8, 2024


I have been facing transmission issues that require the vehicle to shift up to move even at low speeds, with the transmission shifting either hard or smoothly, and often unnecessarily to a higher gear. This issue is rare but occurs frequently. I think this is a factory defect because I have been seeing lots of YouTube videos where they mention that the transition in these cars feels jerky, sluggish, etc.

2006 LEXUS GS

Filed Apr 29, 2024


Front windshield is loose and vibrates/flutters when driving. The car has not been in an accident and has no apparent rust. It has been garaged and is available for inspection. There are no warning indicators. My concern is that the windshield could unseat or break while driving. Self inspection shows the windshield is loose when gentle pressure is applied from both internal top sides of window. A possible related issue is damage to rearview mirror where mirror coating is damaged to the…

2006 LEXUS GS

Filed Nov 21, 2023


ECM is not functioning properly it is a safety as the car when downshifting jumps and it can be easy to lose control of the vehicle. I’ve taken it to a few people and there was a service bulletin and recall for the ECM but not on my VIN number it has not been inspected there are no check engine lights on the vehicle but ir continues to very hard shift from 2nd to 1st.

2018 LEXUS GS

Filed Oct 26, 2023


The contact owns a 2018 Lexus GS350. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the windshield cracked without impact. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the failure was due to a defect in the windshield being glued on one side. The windshield had been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

2018 LEXUS GS

Filed Sep 12, 2023


While A/C is on, passenger side AC vent is blowing warm air while driver side and back seat AC vents are blowing cold air. Lowering the cabin air temperature controls do not correct the issue. It makes the car temperature get hot and uncomfortable, which becomes distracting when driving.

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.