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2017 Lexus Gs 350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2017 Lexus Gs 350 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

10

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other Gs 350 years?

Gs 350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 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, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Lexus Gs 350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other220%
Seat Belts220%
Tires & Wheels220%
Airbags110%
Fuel System110%
Electrical System110%
Engine110%

Does the 2017 Lexus Gs 350 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V682000Fuel SystemNovember 4, 2020 · 1,525,742 units

Defect

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.

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 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DEALERS HATE ME, TOO EDUCATED. VEHICLE IS A COMMERCIAL CLASS C -HAZMAT OPERATED AS A TYPE O. IN NE, THIS VEHICLE IS PARKED IN THE DEALERSHIP UNTITLED INTO THE STATE OF NE, DOT TIRE WARRANTY, TIRES MUST BE CHECKED EVERY MONTH FOR VALVE STEM LEAKS, BATTERY GO OLD AFTER SITTING AROUND. DEALER REJECTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 1, 2017

“I VISITED MULTIPLE TIMES AT THE LEXUS DEALERSHIP FOR FIXING THE TICKING NOISE. WHEN I DROVE UNEVEN PAVEMENT, PRESS BREAK, AND ROUGH ROAD, IT PRODUCES METAL TICKING NOISE. THEY FIXED MY CAR 3 TIMES (UNDER WARRANTY) BUT I'M STILL HEARING THE SAME NOISE OVER AND OVER. 1ST TIME - THEY INSULATED THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · January 20, 2020

“I VISITED MULTIPLE TIMES AT THE LEXUS DEALERSHIP FOR FIXING THE TICKING NOISE. WHEN I DROVE UNEVEN PAVEMENT, PRESS BREAK, AND ROUGH ROAD, IT PRODUCES METAL TICKING NOISE. THEY FIXED MY CAR 3 TIMES (UNDER WARRANTY) BUT I'M STILL HEARING THE SAME NOISE OVER AND OVER. 1ST TIME - THEY INSULATED THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 20, 2020

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LEXUS GS 350. WHILE DRIVING 15 TO 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG AND FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS WERE PRESENT, AND POLICE REPORT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 4, 2019 · crash

“DEALERS HATE ME, TOO EDUCATED. VEHICLE IS A COMMERCIAL CLASS C -HAZMAT OPERATED AS A TYPE O. IN NE, THIS VEHICLE IS PARKED IN THE DEALERSHIP UNTITLED INTO THE STATE OF NE, DOT TIRE WARRANTY, TIRES MUST BE CHECKED EVERY MONTH FOR VALVE STEM LEAKS, BATTERY GO OLD AFTER SITTING AROUND. DEALER REJECTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 1, 2017

2017 Lexus Gs 350 — common questions

Is the 2017 Lexus Gs 350 reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2017 Gs 350 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (2 complaints), seat belts (2 complaints), tires & wheels (2 complaints).

Does the 2017 Lexus Gs 350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 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.