Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | −50% | 1 | Body | Good |
| 2013 | 19 | 1.7× | — | Steering | Average |
| 2010 | 10 | −40% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2008 | 15 | −40% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2007 | 25 | 1.8× | 2 | Engine | Average |
| 2006 | 44 | 2.8× | 6 | Window & Wiper | Caution |
* Complaints compared with the median GS year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Lexus GS problems
Latest Lexus GS recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Lexus is and model year 2006-2007 Lexus gs vehicles. Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to an engine fuel delivery pipe with nickel phosphorus plating, there is a possibility that, over time, the pressure sensor could loosen.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for fuel leakage from the threaded portion of the fuel pressure sensor and if a fuel leak is not confirmed, dealers will further tighten the fuel pressure sensor with the proper torque.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 avalon, model year 2004-2006 highlander, model year 2004-2006 Lexus rx, and model year 2006 Lexus gs and is vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as lubricants for certain brake system components.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seal with a newly designed one. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on November 15, 2010.
Engine and engine cooling
Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 Lexus is, my 2006-2007 gs and my 2007-2008 ls passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). Ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners May contact Toyota/Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
On certain vehicles, high stress areas May have been created in two specific fuel pipes located in the engine compartment. Combined with other factors such as the presence of corrosive agents in fuel, a crack May form over time leading to fuel leakage from the fuel line(s).
Remedy: Dealers will replace the two involved fuel lines with newly designed lines free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2007. Owners May contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Lexus GS should you avoid?
2006 — this year has the most complaints relative to other GS years at the same age, led by windows, wipers & sunroof problems in the 2006.
What is the best year for the Lexus GS?
2016 has the fewest complaints compared with other GS years at the same age, followed by 2008 and 2010. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Lexus GS problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (21), windows, wipers & sunroof (18) and fuel & propulsion system (15). Engine complaints peak in the 2006 model year.
How many recalls has the Lexus GS had?
7 recalls across 2006–2016. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Lexus GS recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.