1999 Lexus GS300
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.
- Complaints
- 38
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Vehicle speed control
None on file
None on file
32% of complaints
Complaints per year
1999: 38 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 60 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 124 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Vehicle speed control
32% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing linkages.
Show complaint excerpts
While at a stop vehicle surged and started moving forward.*mr the vehicle did hit the vehicle in front of the consumer. Dealer road tested the vehicle and stated there was no problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-23
For the sixth time, vehicle accelerates or surges. This time at 2 MPH, but it has also happened at 45 MPH. It only lasts a second or two. Has happened 6 times in 15 months of ownership. Of course for this reason, dealer is never able to diagnose.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-26
When I went to start my car. I heard a loud buzzing sound, my brake light, vsc on and off light came on. I also had very little braking capability.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-29
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Service brakes
26% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Suspension
21% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing front.
Electrical system
16% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
"Takata recall" All door locks must be manually locked at each door....windows open at times when key unlocks car....both keys are loose at the base and are held together by tape.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-06
Steering
8% · 3 reportsSafety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Lexus GS300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 8 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Lexus GS300?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Lexus GS300 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.