MYRModel Year Report

1998 Lexus GS300

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1998 Lexus GS300
RENDERED 2026-09-16T18:03:58.807Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus GS300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1995: 9 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 60 complaints 1998 1999: 38 complaints 1999 2000: 35 complaints 2001: 17 complaints 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2004: 6 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 124 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2013: 1 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019
1998: 60 complaints
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YearComplaints
19937
19946
19959
19962
19970
199860
199938
200035
200117
200213
200312
20046
20052
2006124
20070
20131
20141
20180
20190

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 43%

43% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE RPMS RAPIDLY INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130108

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VSC WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120719

Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

SUSPENSION 18%

18% of complaints: suspension — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and lower ball joint.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
TIRES 8%

8% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300 EQUIPPED WITH DEXTERO TOURING DTR1 TIRES, SIZE: 21560R16 95H (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190711

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and starter assembly.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19980617 — electronic stability control

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT OF THE YAW RATE SENSOR FOR THE VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC), THE VSC CAN OPERATE IMPROPERLY IF THE SENSOR IS AFFECTED BY CER

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE YAW RATE SENSOR.

Campaign 98V080000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Lexus GS300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V080000 (electronic stability control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Lexus GS300 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 1998 Lexus GS300?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus GS300 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.