repaired · 2022 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Lexus GS 350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 26 owner complaints about the 2013 Lexus GS 350, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-012 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 13, 2020. Updated daily. Photo: Motohide Miwa, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Lexus GS 350 has problems
26 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Service brakes
4Structure
3Steering1 crash/fire/injury
3Fuel/propulsion system
3Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system
2Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
2Engine
2Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
66 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2013 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 · 2015 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. If the switch fails, the vehicle may begin braking without the driver's input, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Steering
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER MAY NOT REALIZE THAT THE STEERING WHEEL IS OFF-CENTERED WHEN PULLING FROM A PARKED POSITION, THE VEHICLE COULD MANEUVER IN AN…
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
2013 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 service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
REAR BRAKES WERE STICKING AND SQUEAKING. DEALER INSPECTED AND FOUND REAR CALIPER SLIDES SEIZED CAUSING REAR BRAKE PADS TO GET WORN TO 0 MM. CAR ONLY HAS 12K MILES. WHEN ASKED WHY, WAS TOLD, BECAUSE YOU DON'T DRIVE ENOUGH MILES PER YEAR.
SAFETY RECALL SENT MAY 22 2014 REGARDING BRAKE PEDAL LOAD SENSING SWITCH. AFTER SEVERAL CALLS AND ATTEMPTED APPOINTMENTS LEXUS STATES THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PART TO FIX THE DEFECTIVE DEVICE AND I NEED TO WAIT UNTIL PART IS AVAILABLE. CURRENTLY 8 MONTHS AND COUNTING WITHOUT A FIX IN PLACE. *TR
CONTINUED PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES LOUD GROWLING NOISE WHEN LIGHT FOOT PRESSURE IS APPLIED OR LET UP AND THE CAR IS STOPPED. WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT IS NORMAL FOR ALL NEW LEXUS MODELS. IT APPEARS TO ME THAT THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM. *TR
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