Is the 2005 Lexus GS a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2005 Lexus GS ranks #15 of 16 among GS model years (Complaint Index 7/100). It has 1 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus GS?

The most reported problem areas are engine (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 107,000 miles.

Does the 2005 Lexus GS have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2005 Lexus GS in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Lexus GS?

EPA rates the 2005 Lexus GS at 18.5 MPG combined (16 city / 22.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,325. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2005 Lexus GS Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2005 Lexus GS has 1 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 7 out of 100 — #15 highest of 16 GS model years. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 7/100; #15 of 16 GS years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 1; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2008; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 18.5; 16 city / 22.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2005 Lexus GS recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2005 Lexus GS fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 16 MPG
Highway: 22.5 MPG
Combined: 18.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $4,325; 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.

2005 compared with other GS 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
2005	No verdict	7	1	0	18.5
2006	Avoid	100	44	6	20.5
2007	Avoid	80	25	2	21

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2005 Lexus GS a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2005 Lexus GS ranks #15 of 16 among GS model years (Complaint Index 7/100). It has 1 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus GS?: The most reported problem areas are engine (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 107,000 miles.
Does the 2005 Lexus GS have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2005 Lexus GS in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Lexus GS?: EPA rates the 2005 Lexus GS at 18.5 MPG combined (16 city / 22.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,325. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.