Is the 2018 Lexus GS 350 reliable?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2018 Lexus GS 350 has a complaint index of 13, the second-lowest among the 9 model years with data, and only 1 complaint on file.

Does the 2018 Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Lexus GS 350, both involving the fuel system, specifically the fuel pump assembly. Neither is marked as a do-not-drive recall.

What is the main reported problem with the 2018 Lexus GS 350?

The single complaint on file falls under the Structure & Body category, describing mold found in the passenger cabin. This makes up 100% of the reported problem share for this year.

How does the 2018 Lexus GS 350 compare to other years?

With a complaint index of 13 and rank of 8th worst out of 9 years, the 2018 model performs better than years like 2013 (index 100, Avoid), 2014 (index 88, Avoid), and 2015 (index 75, Avoid).

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Lexus GS 350?

The EPA rates the 2018 Lexus GS 350 at 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650.

2018 Lexus GS 350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

13/100

#8 most-complained of 9 GS 350 years

The 2018 Lexus GS 350 has a complaint index of 13, among the lowest of the 9 model years tracked, ranking 8th worst (so 2nd best). It has 2 recalls, both fuel-pump related, and just 1 owner complaint on file.

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 2
Crashes / fires: 0 / 0
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 22; 19 city / 27 hwy

2018 Lexus GS 350 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
NHTSA 20V012000Jan 13, 2020Fuel System1,830,752 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

2018 Lexus GS 350 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 19 MPG
Highway: 27 MPG
Combined: 22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,650; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2018 compared with other GS 350 years

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

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2016	No verdict	25	3	0	22
2017	No verdict	50	4	1	22
2018	No verdict	13	1	2	22
2019	No verdict	0	0	2	22

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 Lexus GS 350 reliable?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2018 Lexus GS 350 has a complaint index of 13, the second-lowest among the 9 model years with data, and only 1 complaint on file.
Does the 2018 Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Lexus GS 350, both involving the fuel system, specifically the fuel pump assembly. Neither is marked as a do-not-drive recall.
What is the main reported problem with the 2018 Lexus GS 350?: The single complaint on file falls under the Structure & Body category, describing mold found in the passenger cabin. This makes up 100% of the reported problem share for this year.
How does the 2018 Lexus GS 350 compare to other years?: With a complaint index of 13 and rank of 8th worst out of 9 years, the 2018 model performs better than years like 2013 (index 100, Avoid), 2014 (index 88, Avoid), and 2015 (index 75, Avoid).
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Lexus GS 350?: The EPA rates the 2018 Lexus GS 350 at 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650.