2001 Lexus GS
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing lower ball joint.
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Lower ball joint came apart or lose.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-05-08
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.
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Steering went out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-13
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and air bags
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing lock.
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I own a 2001 Lexus GS300. I bought it new. My complaint is about the design of the trunk lid. Every time you open it, it will not stay up in a wind or when parked on a hill. It has come down on my head more times than I can count.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-05
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2001 Lexus GS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2001 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 2001 Lexus GS?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 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.