2003 Lexus GS300
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2003: 12 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
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
4 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Lexus GS300. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated, causing him to crash into another vehicle. There were no injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-17
Also filed under Electrical system
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Lexus GS300. While driving his vehicle approximately 5 MPH into a parking space with his foot on the brake pedal it suddenly accelerated, crashed into a parking sign and a fire hydrant.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-25
Unexpected acceleration. On several occasions, primarily while stopped at a traffic signal, my vehicle would lunge forward. I took it to the dealer and was told they had no record of a problem of this nature for this vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-10
Tires
3 of 12 total reports mention: tires.
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While driving 65 MPH, the rear passenger side tire blew out. No impact reported. *ak the tire blewout on the highway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-17
Power train
2 of 12 total reports mention: power train.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Lexus GS300. When the vehicle was started, the engine made an unusual revving noise. In addition, three unknown warning indicators illuminated and did not turn off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-08
Also filed under Service brakes and engine
Service brakes
2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing electric.
Structure
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hood.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Lexus GS300 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 Lexus GS300?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 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.