Lexus GS reliability
The Lexus GS fails its MOT less often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 10.2% of 2,483 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
5 DVSA recalls for the Lexus GS
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Fuel tank vent tube assembly could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire.
Fuel tank vent tube assembly could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire.�
Fix: Replace fuel tank vent tube assembly.
Recalled models: LEXUS GS F · 20,770 vehicles
Risk of fire
The fuel pressure sensor may not have correctly tightened during assembly. Over time this may affect the seal and allow fuel odour to escape. This could ignite in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace seal and tighten pressure sensor to specification.
Recalled models: LEXUS GS · 10,958 vehicles
Risk of fire
The fuel pressure sensor gasket may degrade and allow fuel to leak into the engine compartment. In the presence of an ignition source the risk of fire is increased.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to repair the fuel pipe and replace the fuel pressure sensor gasket.
Recalled models: LEXUS GS 450H · 9,712 vehicles
Tow ball may fracture
On Toyota Avensis Previa and Lexus GS fitted with a Toyota or Lexus genuine or Brink branded (only on Avensis) detachable towing hitch the possibility exists that the detachable towing ball in some exceptional cases (under severe mechanical stress) might develop a crack. In a worst case the detachable towing ball might fracture and/or fail.
Fix: Lexus/Toyota dealers will replace the detachable towing ball and housing at no cost to vehicle owners.
Recalled models: LEXUS GS · 901 vehicles
Engine may fail
One or more engine cylinder valve springs may fail which will cause abnormal noise and rough engine performance. In the worst case it is possible for the engine to fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the valve springs.
Recalled models: LEXUS GS 450H · 3,238 vehicles
Checking a Lexus GS before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.