2009 Lexus GS
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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While driving the vehicle, the brake actuator failed, causing it to be unsafe to drive. This is a known issue with thousands of Lexus/toyotas produced around this time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-18
Engine
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.
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The engine has been burn oil rapidly. I went for an oil change and the tech informed me that the engine is down to 2 quartz of engine oil. I have kept the car on scheduled maintenance.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-08
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2009 Lexus GS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Lexus GS?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Lexus GS have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.