Is the 2020 Lexus GS reliable?

NHTSA shows 0 owner complaints for the 2020 Lexus GS, giving it a complaint index of 0, the best (lowest) score among all 16 GS model years in this dataset.

Does the 2020 Lexus GS have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 26V222000) covers a low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank that may fail on certain 2016-2020 GS vehicles. Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge.

How does the 2020 GS compare to other GS years?

The 2020 GS ranks 16th out of 16 years for complaint volume, meaning it has fewer reported problems than every other year, including years like 2006 and 2013 that carry an Avoid verdict.

What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Lexus GS?

EPA rates the 2020 Lexus GS at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200.

2020 Lexus GS Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2020 Lexus GS has 0 owner complaints logged with NHTSA and a complaint index of 0, the lowest of all 16 model years tracked. It carries 1 recall, for a fuel pump issue affecting 2016-2020 GS vehicles.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #16 of 16 GS years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 0; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: 2016; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 19; 16 city / 24 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2020 Lexus GS recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

NHTSA 26V222000Apr 8, 2026Fuel System9,139 vehicles
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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

2020 Lexus GS fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 16 MPG
Highway: 24 MPG
Combined: 19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $4,200; 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.

2020 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
2018	No verdict	33	2	1	25
2019	No verdict	27	1	1	19
2020	No verdict	0	0	1	19

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Lexus GS reliable?: NHTSA shows 0 owner complaints for the 2020 Lexus GS, giving it a complaint index of 0, the best (lowest) score among all 16 GS model years in this dataset.
Does the 2020 Lexus GS have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 26V222000) covers a low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank that may fail on certain 2016-2020 GS vehicles. Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge.
How does the 2020 GS compare to other GS years?: The 2020 GS ranks 16th out of 16 years for complaint volume, meaning it has fewer reported problems than every other year, including years like 2006 and 2013 that carry an Avoid verdict.
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Lexus GS?: EPA rates the 2020 Lexus GS at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200.