Most common 2000 Lexus GS300 problems
Share of the 35 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus GS300 complaints by model year
Best GS300 years: 2019, 2004. Years to avoid: 2006, 1998, 2000. Compare all years →
What 2000 Lexus GS300 owners say
Speed control & acceleration
Twice in the same day our 2000 Lexus GS300 experienced acceleration problems similar to those now involved in the international investigation of Toyota products. The acceleration began as the vehicle was stopped. I had to push the brake with great force to keep the vehicle from moving forward. When I placed the car in neutral, the revving of the engine stopped. The floor mat on the driver's side had not been moved and was not interfering with the gas pedal. We called a mechanic we use for the car after the incident to find out whether anything similar had been reported or if Lexus had issued a recall. When we learned that our model vehicle was not indicated as having a problem, we did not do anything further about the problem. We've not had the problem since then. …
Regarding my 2000 gs 300 Lexus. Brake, ABS, vsc, vsc off lights along with loud alarm displayed. Also has had an annoying on and off chirping noise before this alarm sounded. The breaks appear to be working without any problems. The chirping noise is heard on the drivers side and doesn't seem to matter whether car is moving or driving and sometimes is not heard at all and the car drives fine without any mechanical problems. But when the brake light came on it was accompanied with a shrill alarm that sounded for about 10 minutes and went off. I took the vehicle to my mechanic and he said it was the hydraulic brake pump and would cost $3700 to fix. This is a lot of money and I am afraid the brakes will go out and afraid to drive it since my brakes May suddenly go out.
Suspension
The lower ball joint is making squeaking noises. This is a common issue faced by owners of Lexus GS300 manufactured between 1998-2002. There might be a manufacturing defect or improper lubrication causing the ball joint to break. There are several life threatening incidents that have taken place so far: http://www.chrisandnat.com/projects/lexusballjoint/balljoint.htm http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-9.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-8.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-7.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics.html I request NHTSA look into this and request Lexus to replace all ball joints for all Lexus gs 300 …
Tl contact owns a 2000 Lexus GS300. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the front passenger side wheel collapsed and caused the driver to pull over to the side of the road. The driver was uninjured. The driver exited the vehicle and noticed that the wheel was facing the engine. The passenger side fender and cable were damaged. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the new ball joints that were replaced a year ago were defective. The vehicle has been repaired. The dealer was not notified. A message was left on the voicemail of auto part international, the manufacturer of the ball joints, but there has been no return call. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 115,000.
Brakes
While driving, ran over a pot hole filled with water and the ABS light came on which ultimately affected the braking system. Took to Toyota and they said it needed the system replaced which would cost over 3500 dollars. At this time, we are still working on this matter!!!!! It happened nov. 2015
Regarding my 2000 gs 300 Lexus. Brake, ABS, vsc, vsc off lights along with loud alarm displayed. Also has had an annoying on and off chirping noise before this alarm sounded. The breaks appear to be working without any problems. The chirping noise is heard on the drivers side and doesn't seem to matter whether car is moving or driving and sometimes is not heard at all and the car drives fine without any mechanical problems. But when the brake light came on it was accompanied with a shrill alarm that sounded for about 10 minutes and went off. I took the vehicle to my mechanic and he said it was the hydraulic brake pump and would cost $3700 to fix. This is a lot of money and I am afraid the brakes will go out and afraid to drive it since my brakes May suddenly go out.
2000 Lexus GS300 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 23 / 19 |
| 4.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Lexus GS300 a good car?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 GS300 rates use caution: 1.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the GS300 at the same age. It is one of the GS300 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Lexus GS300?
The speed control & acceleration — 14 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about accelerator pedal. Next are the suspension (7) and brakes (7).
How many recalls does the 2000 Lexus GS300 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Lexus GS300. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus GS300?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019 and 2004. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006, 1998 and 2000. See the full Lexus GS300 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Lexus GS300 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 96,000 miles; 18% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.