2007 Lexus GS 350
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
18% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS GS 350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A TREE AND DAMAGED THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191118
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS GS350. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ENTER A PARKING SPACE, SHE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION, WHICH CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO A WALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20091001
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS GS350. WHILE PARKED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL, WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070824
11% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 LEXUS GS 350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND THE ENTIRE PASSENGER SIDE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150615
9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: exterior lighting — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT AND I WAS HIT BY THE RIGHT SIDE PANEL AND THROWN UP AGAINST ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THEN SLAMMED INTO A PAVEMENT WALL ON THE FREEWAY I WAS ONLY TRAVELING ABOUT 10 MILES WHEN I WAS STRUCK BY A CAR TRAVELING...
NHTSA ODI report, 20180221
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 LEXUS GS 350. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 21 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150831
SAFETY TIMELINE
Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2008 LEXUS PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 26, 2005 THROUGH AUGUST 4, 2008. MICRO-FOREIGN OBJECTS IN THE MATERIAL OF THE VALVE SPRING MAY D
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 10V309000 — check if this car was fixed
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 LEXUS GS300 AND GS350 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) VEHICLES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE PLASTIC PAD EMBEDDED INTO THE FLOOR CARPET MAY INTERFERE WIT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE PLASTIC PAD ON THE FLOOR CARPET FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 11V115000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 vehicles manufactured June 19, 2006, through July 12, 2011; and model year 2006-2011 Lexus IS350 vehicles manufactured May 27, 2005, throug
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the VVT unit free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 13V395000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 14V647000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 18V432000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Lexus GS 350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V309000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 11V115000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V395000 (engine) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V647000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V432000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 Lexus GS 350 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Lexus GS 350?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Lexus GS 350 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.