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2019 Lexus GS problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 Lexus GS — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other GS years?

GS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted60 complaints1995: 3 complaints1996: 2 complaints1998: 7 complaints1999: 9 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 5 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 6 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 2 complaints2006: 60 complaints2007: 30 complaints2008: 16 complaints2009: 2 complaints2010: 13 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 1 complaints2013: 25 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 7 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints
GS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Lexus GS problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering1100%

Does the 2019 Lexus GS have recalls?

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

26V222000Fuel SystemApril 8, 2026 · 9,139 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“When driving at highway speeds (65mph-75mph) the steering rack in Lexus gs350 (4th generation models) will seem “sticky” on “swooping turns”. A slight jerk is the only way to get out of this sticky feeling. The steering racks have been a major issue with these cars and seem fairly frequent…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 3, 2025

2019 Lexus GS — common questions

Is the 2019 Lexus GS reliable?

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

Does the 2019 Lexus GS have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Lexus GS. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus GS years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GS years to avoid are 2006, 2007. The cleanest record among GS years belongs to 2020.

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.