2003 Lexus GS recalls & problems

1 recall 4 complaints

1recalls
4owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Lexus GS and 4 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is engine (1 reports), followed by power train (1). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2003 Lexus GS recalls

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 09E012000 · Apr 7, 2009

Problem: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

16,270 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2003 Lexus GS problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Engine 1
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Power Train 1
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Steering 1
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Suspension 1
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Vehicle Speed Control 1
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Wheels 1
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Latest owner complaints

Engine · Dec 19, 2024 · IN

car stalls when trying to accelerate like its going to turn off...The Wheel alighnment is not correct.Doors will not lock Bad lighting i cant see because front lights are doll

Steering · Dec 19, 2024 · IN

car stalls when trying to accelerate like its going to turn off...The Wheel alighnment is not correct.Doors will not lock Bad lighting i cant see because front lights are doll

Suspension · Dec 19, 2024 · IN

car stalls when trying to accelerate like its going to turn off...The Wheel alighnment is not correct.Doors will not lock Bad lighting i cant see because front lights are doll

Power Train · Nov 26, 2019 · 145,000 miles · IL

Acceleration pedal problem. Car fails to respond to acceleration pedal sometimes while in motion. Car can stop moving in traffic or during turns (especially left turns). This is very dangerous and life threatening. Although pedal sensor was changed given the error code, the car still show the same issue. Lexus must take responsibility for dangerous design as it lacks a fail…

Vehicle Speed Control · Feb 24, 2014 · 158,300 miles · GA

When backing into a parking space with my foot on the brake, the rpms surged causing speed to increase suddenly. I place the car in neutral and the rpms continued to surge for about three seconds and then returned to normal. While waiting at a traffic signal, with my foot on the brake, the rpms suddenly surged and I again placed the car in neutral. The surge continued for…

Wheels · Aug 9, 2010 · IL

I own a 2003 lexus gs and all four rims are chrome and have become a safety hazard according to where we have our service. I own another lexus auto and my rims are in good shape . I have never experience rims chrome plate pealing causing newer tires to lose air before. I was interested to find out if any other owners have or are experiencing the same problem with this models…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Lexus GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2003 Lexus GS, the most recent one (09E012000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lexus GS?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are engine (1), power train (1), steering (1).