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Lexus GS430 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every GS430 from 2000 to 2007: 27 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (11), 2003 (5), 2001 (4). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2006).

Lexus GS430
Photo: Charles01 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Speed control / throttle6
Steering3
Airbags3
Stability control3
Suspension3
Brakes3
Brakes (hydraulic)2
Electrical2

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200001–
20010418
20020319
20030519
20040119
20050119
200601122
20070119

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lexus GS430?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (11), 2003 (5), 2001 (4).

How many recalls has the Lexus GS430 had?

Across 2000–2007, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).