Which Lexus GS 350 years should I avoid?

The 2013, 2014, and 2015 model years are rated Avoid, with complaint index scores of 100, 88, and 75 respectively out of 9 GS 350 model years covered (2010-2019). These three years also show the highest complaint counts, at 26, 16, and 15 complaints.

What year Lexus GS 350 is best?

No GS 350 year is marked as a top pick in this data. The lowest complaint indexes belong to 2019 (0), 2018 (13), and 2016 (25), suggesting fewer reported problems relative to other years.

Is the 2010 Lexus GS 350 reliable?

The 2010 model year is flagged Caution, with a complaint index of 63 and 7 complaints, including 3 recalls and 1 crash. Its top problem area was Airbags, with a median failure mileage of 61,100 miles.

What are the most common problems across all Lexus GS 350 years?

Across all years, Engine issues account for 17% of complaints (13 total), followed by Brakes and Structure & Body at 16% each (12 complaints each), and Electrical System, Fuel System, and Steering at 14% each (11 complaints each).

Does the Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns across the 2010-2019 GS 350 model years, including fuel system, brakes, and steering recalls tied to the 2013-2015 model years.

Lexus GS 350 Best and Worst Years (2010–2019)

Avoid the 2013, 2014, and 2015 Lexus GS 350 model years, which rank worst with complaint index scores of 100, 88, and 75 out of the 9 model years covered (2010-2019). The 2010 model year is a caution pick with a complaint index of 63; no year stands out as clearly best.

Avoid 2013 Avoid 2014 Avoid 2015

Model years: 9; 2010–2019
NHTSA complaints: 76
Recall campaigns: 7
Crashes reported: 13
Fires reported: 0
Top problem area: Engine

GS 350 Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Lexus GS 350 problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	Caution	63	7	1	3	Airbags	21	—
2011	No verdict	38	4	1	3	Airbags	20.5	—
2013	Avoid	100	26	4	3	Structure & Body	22	—
2014	Avoid	88	16	5	1	Engine	22	—
2015	Avoid	75	15	1	1	Steering	22	—
2016	No verdict	25	3	0	0	Fuel System	22	—
2017	No verdict	50	4	1	1	Seat Belts	22	—
2018	No verdict	13	1	0	2	Structure & Body	22	—
2019	No verdict	0	0	0	2	—	22	—

GS 350 years to avoid: what went wrong

2013 Lexus GS 350 Index 100 · 26 complaints · 3 recalls

The 2013 GS 350 has the highest complaint index (100) and the most complaints (26) of any year, with 4 crashes and 4 injuries reported. Structure & Body issues lead at 23% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 74,000 miles, followed by Brakes and Engine problems that owners reported at much lower mileages (7,207 and 8,500 miles). NHTSA lists three recalls for this year covering fuel system, brakes, and steering. Owners described airbags failing to deploy in crashes and sudden unintended acceleration events.

2014 Lexus GS 350 Index 88 · 16 complaints · 1 recalls

The 2014 GS 350 carries a complaint index of 88, the second-worst of any year, with 16 complaints, 5 crashes, and 2 injuries reported. Engine problems make up 25% of complaints with a median failure mileage of 23,600 miles, while Brakes, Fuel System, and Steering each account for 19% of reports. Owners described sudden loss of traction, unexpected acceleration toward highway speeds, and brake failure while parking on a hill. NHTSA lists one recall for this year, covering the fuel system.

2015 Lexus GS 350 Index 75 · 15 complaints · 1 recalls

The 2015 GS 350 has a complaint index of 75, with 15 complaints and 1 crash reported. Steering issues lead the complaints at 27%, with a median failure mileage of 36,800 miles, including reports of the steering wheel locking up at highway speeds after the car sat in the sun. Brakes and Electrical System problems each made up 20% of complaints, with median mileages around 54,000 and 52,300. NHTSA lists one recall for this year, covering the fuel system.

Most common Lexus GS 350 problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine13 (17%)
Brakes12 (16%)
Structure & Body12 (16%)
Electrical System11 (14%)
Fuel System11 (14%)
Steering11 (14%)
Airbags9 (12%)
Other9 (12%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (9%)
Visibility & Wipers3 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Lexus GS 350 years should I avoid?: The 2013, 2014, and 2015 model years are rated Avoid, with complaint index scores of 100, 88, and 75 respectively out of 9 GS 350 model years covered (2010-2019). These three years also show the highest complaint counts, at 26, 16, and 15 complaints.
What year Lexus GS 350 is best?: No GS 350 year is marked as a top pick in this data. The lowest complaint indexes belong to 2019 (0), 2018 (13), and 2016 (25), suggesting fewer reported problems relative to other years.
Is the 2010 Lexus GS 350 reliable?: The 2010 model year is flagged Caution, with a complaint index of 63 and 7 complaints, including 3 recalls and 1 crash. Its top problem area was Airbags, with a median failure mileage of 61,100 miles.
What are the most common problems across all Lexus GS 350 years?: Across all years, Engine issues account for 17% of complaints (13 total), followed by Brakes and Structure & Body at 16% each (12 complaints each), and Electrical System, Fuel System, and Steering at 14% each (11 complaints each).
Does the Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?: NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns across the 2010-2019 GS 350 model years, including fuel system, brakes, and steering recalls tied to the 2013-2015 model years.