MYRModel Year Report

2001 Lexus GS

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2001 Lexus GS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:15:30.036Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus GS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaints 2006: 44 complaints 2007: 25 complaints 2008: 15 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 1 complaints 2012 2013: 18 complaints 2014: 3 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2020
2001: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19952
19961
19984
19994
20000
20013
20021
20034
20042
20051
200644
200725
200815
20092
201010
20113
20121
201318
20143
20153
20165
20171
20182
20191
20200

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.

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LOWER BALL JOINT CAME APART OR LOSE. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20060508

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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STEERING WENT OUT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200513

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

INJURY
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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, 20060405

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).

CRASH INJURY
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STEERING WENT OUT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200513

AIR BAGS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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STEERING WENT OUT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200513

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

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 CONF

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.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Lexus GS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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:front:control arm:lower ball joint, 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.