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2013 Lexus Gs 350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 36 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.6 times the median Gs 350 year — the 2013 model ranks #2 of 13 Gs 350 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (5), body & structure (4), and other (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

36

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other Gs 350 years?

Gs 350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted67 complaints2006: 1 complaints2007: 67 complaints2008: 25 complaints2009: 11 complaints2010: 9 complaints2011: 4 complaints2013: 36 complaints2014: 20 complaints2015: 20 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 10 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints
Gs 350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Lexus Gs 350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes514%
Other411%
Body & Structure411%
Speed Control38%
Electrical System38%
Fuel System38%
Steering38%
Tires & Wheels26%
Engine26%
Suspension26%
Airbags26%
Latches & Locks13%
Seats13%
Lighting13%

Does the 2013 Lexus Gs 350 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V012000Fuel SystemJanuary 13, 2020 · 1,830,752 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

14V270000BrakesMay 22, 2014 · 10,462 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013 Lexus GS 350 vehicles manufactured June 8, 2012, through December 26, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the switch that senses the amount of pressure that the driver is applying to the brake pedal may fail.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal support assembly which includes the brake pedal load sensing switch, free of charge. Toyota sent owners an interim notification letter in late June 2014 to advise owners of the recall. Owners received a second letter after the remedy parts were available in mid-July. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

12V221000SteeringMay 16, 2012 · 663 units

Defect

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 LEXUS GS350 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 12, 2011, THROUGH FEBRUARY 7, 2012. THE STEERING CONTROL ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) PROGRAMMING FOR THE VARIABLE GEAR RATIO STEERING (VGRS) SYSTEM COULD CAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME OFF-CENTERED WHEN RESTARTING IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE IS PARKED WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED.

Consequence

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 UNEXPECTED DIRECTION, RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Remedy

TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND LEXUS DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE VGRS SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 7, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LEXUS GS 350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V270000 (BRAKES) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD NOT BECOME AVAILABLE UNTIL MID AUGUST OF 2014. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 10, 2014

“MY AC COMPRESSOR HAS GONE OUT IN THIS CAR, IT IS ON BACKORDER THEY SAY BUT ITS BEEN TWO WEEKS IN ADDITION I HAVE CALLED SEVERAL LEXUS DEALERSHIPS INCLUDING THE MAIN LEXUS COMPANY AND THEY DONT HAVE ANY IN STOCK AND OVER 20+ ON BACK ORDER WHICH CLEARLY INDICATES THERE IS A FAULT IN THEM. I HAVE GONE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 12, 2019

“ISSUE IS SPECIFIC TO F-SPORT MODEL WITH STRIATED ALUMINUM ACCENTS INTERIOR. ANYTIME THE SUN DIRECTLY HITS THE STRIATED ALUMINUM ACCENTS ON THE DRIVER SIDE A REFLECTION OF THE TRIM PIECE IS REFLECTED ON THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR DRAMATICALLY REDUCING VISIBILITY WHEN USING SIDE MIRRORS FOR LANE CHANGES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · April 1, 2012

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LEXUS GS 350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL BEFORE SPINNING OUT. THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED 100 MPH. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 21, 2015 · crash

“AS THE CAR WAS PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVING SPOT AND MAKING ITS WAY, SEVERE BLACK ICE WAS PREVENTING CONTROL. THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE ACTIVATED SOME ANTI-SKIDDING MECHANISM. THE CAR WAS STOPPED THEN. FROM A RESTING, ZERO SPEED POSITION, THE CAR SLID ON BLACK ICE ABOUT A FOOT OR LESS AND WAS STOPPED BY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 12, 2015 · crash

2013 Lexus Gs 350 — common questions

Is the 2013 Lexus Gs 350 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 36 complaints put the 2013 model at #2 of 13 Gs 350 years. It is one of the Gs 350 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2013 Gs 350 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (5 complaints), body & structure (4 complaints), other (4 complaints).

Does the 2013 Lexus Gs 350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Lexus Gs 350. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus Gs 350 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gs 350 years to avoid are 2007, 2013. The cleanest record among Gs 350 years belongs to 2019.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.