Is the 2019 Lexus GS300 reliable?

NHTSA lists zero owner complaints for the 2019 Lexus GS300 and a complaint index of 33, which is low compared to other years like the 2006 model at 100. It does carry 2 recalls related to the fuel system.

Does the 2019 Lexus GS300 have a fuel pump recall?

Yes. NHTSA recall 20V012000 covers a defective fuel pump on the 2019 GS300 and related Toyota and Lexus models, and recall 20V682000 also addresses the fuel system. Neither is classified as a do-not-drive recall.

What year Lexus GS300 should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 GS300 is the year to avoid, with 124 complaints, 2 recalls, and a complaint index of 100. The 2019 model ranks much better at 5th out of 7 years with an index of 33.

What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Lexus GS300?

EPA rates the 2019 GS300 at 25 mpg combined, 21.5 mpg city, and 31 mpg highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,175.

2019 Lexus GS300 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2019 Lexus GS300 has a complaint index of 33, no owner complaints on file, and 2 recalls, both tied to fuel pump issues. It ranks 5th out of 7 model years, well behind the 2006 GS300, which carries an Avoid verdict with a complaint index of 100.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 33/100; #5 of 7 GS300 years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 0; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 2; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: —; no alternative with data

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 25; 21.5 city / 31 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2019 Lexus GS300 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.

2019 Lexus GS300 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 21.5 MPG
Highway: 31 MPG
Combined: 25 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,175; 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.

2019 compared with other GS300 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
2014	No verdict	50	1	0	—
2018	No verdict	17	0	1	25
2019	No verdict	33	0	2	25

All Lexus GS300 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Lexus GS300 reliable?: NHTSA lists zero owner complaints for the 2019 Lexus GS300 and a complaint index of 33, which is low compared to other years like the 2006 model at 100. It does carry 2 recalls related to the fuel system.
Does the 2019 Lexus GS300 have a fuel pump recall?: Yes. NHTSA recall 20V012000 covers a defective fuel pump on the 2019 GS300 and related Toyota and Lexus models, and recall 20V682000 also addresses the fuel system. Neither is classified as a do-not-drive recall.
What year Lexus GS300 should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 GS300 is the year to avoid, with 124 complaints, 2 recalls, and a complaint index of 100. The 2019 model ranks much better at 5th out of 7 years with an index of 33.
What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Lexus GS300?: EPA rates the 2019 GS300 at 25 mpg combined, 21.5 mpg city, and 31 mpg highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,175.