2018 Lexus GS recalls & problems

1 recall 2 complaints

1recalls
2owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Lexus GS and 2 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is unknown or other (1 reports), followed by visibility (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.

2018 Lexus GS recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 26V222000 · Apr 8, 2026

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this…

9,139 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2018 Lexus GS problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Unknown or Other 1
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Visibility 1
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Latest owner complaints

Visibility · Oct 26, 2023 · 79,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2018 Lexus GS350. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the windshield cracked without impact. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the failure was due to a defect in the windshield being glued on one side. The windshield had been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…

Unknown or Other · Sep 12, 2023 · TX

While A/C is on, passenger side AC vent is blowing warm air while driver side and back seat AC vents are blowing cold air. Lowering the cabin air temperature controls do not correct the issue. It makes the car temperature get hot and uncomfortable, which becomes distracting when driving.

Other Lexus GS years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Lexus GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2018 Lexus GS, the most recent one (26V222000) for fuel system, gasoline. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lexus GS?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are unknown or other (1), visibility (1).