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Lexus GS Recalls & Reliability

These scores and this review are from when the car was new.

Scorecard

Overall: 2007 Lexus GS U.S. News Best Cars 8.6
Critics' Rating: 8.9
Performance: 8.3
Interior: 8.3
Safety: 9.0
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Pros & Cons

  • Upgraded V6 engine on the GS 350 delivers class-leading power
  • Luxurious interior compliments a smooth, comfortable ride
  • Award winning value paired with exceptional predicted reliability
  • Some taller drivers and passengers will find the cabin a bit cramped
  • No manual transmission option in either trim level
  • Some may find the tech-heavy dash unnecessarily complex

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Review Last Updated: 5/5/08

Recalls

There has been 1 safety recall issued from NHTSA.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRecall Date: 01/16/2009
  • Consequence: OVER TIME, THE CORROSION MAY CREATE A PINHOLE RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
  • NHTSA Campaign ID: 09V020000
  • Potential Number of Units Affected: 214570
  • Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING 214,570 MY 2006-2008 LEXUS IS, MY 2006-2007 GS AND MY 2007-2008 LS PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM FUEL DELIVERY PIPES (FUEL RAILS). ETHANOL FUELS WITH A LOW MOISTURE CONTENT WILL CORRODE THE INTERNAL SURFACE OF THE FUEL RAILS. AS THIS CONDITION PROGRESSES, THE ENGINE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL DELIVERY PIPES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA/LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
  • Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Reliability

Our reliability score is based on the J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) rating or, if unavailable, the J.D. Power Predicted Reliability rating.

Dependability Ratings1 2007
Overall Dependability
Powertrain Dependability
Feature & Accessory Dependability
Body & Interior Dependability

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Warranty

Lexus offers warranty coverage on all of its cars, including a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty.

Additionally, the Lexus GS has a powertrain warranty for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first. Lexus also provides a warranty that covers repair or replacement of original body paneling perforation or corrosion over a 72 month period, regardless of mileage. Aside from warranty options, Lexus also offers exceptional customer service, as noted by reviewers. Consumer Guide cites "top-notch customer care appeal" at Lexus dealerships and overall strong resale value among Lexus automobiles.

Also see J.D. Power's assessment of the Lexus GS' quality and reliability.

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