1999 Lexus GS
Only 4 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
2 of 4 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
In the process of making a u-turn on a private narrow street the automobile RPM jumped from an almost idle condition to over 3000 RPM.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-03
Also filed under Engine and power train
Wheels
1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 1999 Lexus GS400. The contact stated while driving at 1 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently. The brakes failed to engage while depressed on the brake pedal almost causing a collision.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-12
Also filed under Service brakes
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Seat belts
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
R
2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Lexus GS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Lexus GS 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 1999 Lexus GS?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Lexus GS have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.