1999 Lexus Gs300 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 56 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 8.0 times the median Gs300 year — the 1999 model ranks #3 of 19 Gs300 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across speed control (12), brakes (10), and suspension (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
56
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
13
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1999 compare to other Gs300 years?
What are the most common 1999 Lexus Gs300 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Control | 12 | 21% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 10 | 18% | — flat |
| Suspension | 8 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 7 | 13% | — flat |
| Engine | 4 | 7% | — flat |
| Fuel System | 3 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 3 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 3 | 5% | — flat |
| Other | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | new |
| Airbags | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“SUDDEN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION RESULTED IN COLLISION. DRIVER APPLIED BRAKES WITH MAXIMUM FORCE BUT WAS UNABLE TO STOP VEHICLE. DRIVER DID NOT HAVE FOOT ON GAS PEDAL. FLOOR MAT WAS NOT INTERFERING WITH GAS PEDAL. *TR”
“WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, CONSUMER'S FOOT HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AS WELL. THIS RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE LUNGING FORWARD.*JB”
“I OWN A 1999 LEXUS GS300. I'VE HEARD SOME CREAKING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION LEADING UP TO THE FAILING OF MY LOWER BALL JOINTS. BEFORE IT FAILED I BROUGHT IT TO FIRESTONE ON FT. LEWIS, WA TO GET A SUSPENSION INSPECTION WHERE THEY DID NOT SEE OR HEAR ANYTHING FROM MY SUSPENSION. SO A…”
“CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT AS A RESULT OF THE DEFECT IN THE VEHICLES' STABILITY CONTROL STATED IN RECALL NUMBER 98 V 080 000, BUT VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL, BECAUSE THE RECALL IS FOR THE PREVIOUS YEAR VEHICLE'S(1998). TS AFTER PRESSING LIGHTLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE WARNING LIGHT FOR THE…”
“SUDDEN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION RESULTED IN COLLISION. DRIVER APPLIED BRAKES WITH MAXIMUM FORCE BUT WAS UNABLE TO STOP VEHICLE. DRIVER DID NOT HAVE FOOT ON GAS PEDAL. FLOOR MAT WAS NOT INTERFERING WITH GAS PEDAL. *TR”
1999 Lexus Gs300 — common questions
Is the 1999 Lexus Gs300 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 56 complaints put the 1999 model at #3 of 19 Gs300 years. It is one of the Gs300 years to avoid.
What are the most common 1999 Gs300 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (12 complaints), brakes (10 complaints), suspension (8 complaints).
Does the 1999 Lexus Gs300 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Lexus Gs300.
Which Lexus Gs300 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gs300 years to avoid are 2006, 1998, 1999, 2000. The cleanest record among Gs300 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.