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2011 Lexus Gs: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2011 Lexus Gs: 0 recalls, 3 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
3owner complaints
1mention a crash
23best combined mpg
2011 Lexus Gs
Photo: OSX · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2011 Lexus Gs yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2011 Lexus Gs.

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Mitchell 1 DIY Online access, factory-level data

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Speed control / throttle1
Brakes1
Brakes (hydraulic)1

What owners describe

The 2011 Lexus Gs has 3 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 24 Gs model years for complaints (well below the 7 average). Neighboring years: 2010 (10 complaints, 0 recalls), 2012 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.5 L 6-cyl hybridAutomatic (AV-S6)Rear-Wheel Drive222523Premium
3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive192621Premium
3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)All-Wheel Drive182520Premium
4.6 L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive172420Premium

FAQ

Does the 2011 Lexus Gs have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2011 Lexus Gs. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2011 Lexus Gs problems?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (1), brakes (1), brakes (hydraulic) (1).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Lexus Gs get?

EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (AV-S6)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2011 Lexus Gs repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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