2008 Lexus Gs 350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Lexus Gs 350: 4 recalls, 19 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #10V309000 · 2010 · 138,874 vehicles
What's wrong: Micro-foreign objects in the material of the valve spring May degrade the strength of the valve spring, possibly causing the spring to break.
Why it matters: The engine could fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 2, 2010.
Engine Vehicle recall #13V395000 · 2013 · 101,584 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles, equipped with the 2gr-fse engine, use bolts to secure the housing and sprocket of the variable-valve timing (vvt) system gear assembly. These bolts could become loose due to abnormal impacts generated within the gear assembly immediately after a cold start-up.
Why it matters: The loose bolts could cause the vvt gear housing and sprocket to separate and result in the engine stopping while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the vvt unit free of charge.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V647000 · 2014 · 422,509 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to anti-corrosion plating remnants, fuel May leak from where the fuel pressure sensor is attached to the fuel delivery pipe.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015.
Fuel system, Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V432000 · 2018 · 114,998 vehicles
What's wrong: 5l v6 2gr-fse gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers May harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Suspension (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (2).
The 2008 Lexus Gs 350 has 19 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 13 Gs 350 model years for complaints (1.5× the average Gs 350 year). Complaints peaked in 2018 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 64,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (57 complaints, 5 recalls), 2009 (8 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Lexus Gs 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Lexus Gs 350. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Lexus Gs 350 problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (6), suspension (3), exterior lights (3).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Lexus Gs 350 get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Lexus Gs 350 repair manual?
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