repaired · 2019 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
2008 Lexus GS 350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 19 owner complaints about the 2008 Lexus GS 350, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-432 the manufacturer reports only 62% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 26, 2018. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Lexus GS 350 has problems
19 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Structure2 crash/fire/injury
3Suspension
3Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
3Exterior lighting
1Visibility
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
1Service brakes, hydraulic
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2008 Lexus GS 350 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Engine
Risk. The loose bolts could cause the VVT gear housing and sprocket to separate and result in the engine stopping while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the…
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. THE ENGINE COULD FAIL AND STOP SUDDENLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2008 vs. every other GS 350 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the GS 350 median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'13'14'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GS 350 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
ENGINE CONSUMES EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL. CAR IS BURNING 1 QT OF OIL PER 1,000 MILES. EMISSIONS STANDARD DO NOT ALLOW FOR ENGINE TO BURN THIS AMOUNT OF OIL, POLLUTING THE AIR. THIS AMOUNT OF OIL BURNING CAN CAUSE A ENGINE TO LOCK -UP WITH OUT WARNING.
BRIEF ENGINE KNOCK/RATTLE NOISE AT COLD STARTUP PER TSB ITS A MINOR PROBLEM. THAT IS NOT THE CASE. THIS IS A CAMSHAFT GEAR ASSEMBLY DEFECT, SAFETY RELATED AND LEXUS IS NOT FIXING THIS PROBLEM WHEN THEY KNOW ITS THERE.
MY VEHICLE IS HAVING AN ISSUE WITH OIL CONSUMPTION, AFTER RUNNING IT FOR 2000 MILES AFTER EVERY ENGINE OIL (SYNTHETIC) AND FILTER REPLACEMENT, MY VEHICLE ENGINE OIL LEVEL SHOWS TO BE SUPER LOW. NO SIGNS OF LEAKAGE ANYWHERE.
Own a 2008 GS 350?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.