This page covers 6 recalls, 26 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2013 Lexus Gs 350.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The most consistent theme across 2013 Lexus GS 350 complaints is the panoramic sunroof shattering unexpectedly while driving. Multiple owners describe hearing a loud pop followed by the glass breaking apart on its own, with no object striking the roof beforehand. It tends to happen at low to moderate speeds, sometimes while the sunroof is being operated, sometimes without any apparent trigger. Brake-related complaints make up the next largest group, with owners reporting concerns about stopping performance and brake system behavior, though the specifics vary across reports. A smaller cluster touches on structural issues, and a couple of complaints mention the air conditioning compressor failing. The sunroof shattering pattern is clearly the standout here, owners consistently describe spontaneous glass failure rather than impact damage.
26
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 has 6 recalls, the most serious involving a low-pressure fuel pump that can fail and cut engine power without warning, and a brake pedal pressure switch that can apply the brakes on its own without lighting the brake lights.
The fuel pump issue can cause the engine to run rough, fail to start, or stall while driving. The brake switch problem is separate but equally concerning: when it fails, the car can begin decelerating on its own while giving no warning signal to drivers behind, raising the risk of a rear-end collision. There is also a steering recall affecting vehicles from a specific early production window, where the variable gear ratio steering system can leave the steering wheel off-center after the car is restarted with the wheels turned. A driver pulling away from a parked position may not notice the misalignment until the car moves in an unexpected direction.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, causing rough running, starting problems, check engine light, or sudden loss of engine power while driving.
What the fix does
The fuel pump will be replaced at a dealer. You will receive mailing instructions on how to schedule this service.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, causing rough engine running, starting problems, check engine light activation, or sudden loss of engine power while driving.
What the fix does
The fuel pump will be replaced at a dealer. Owners will receive notification by mail with instructions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially affecting fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal load sensing switch may fail, causing the brake warning light to come on and brakes to apply while driving without the brake lights turning on, which could slow your vehicle unexpectedly.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace your brake pedal assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The switch that detects how hard you're pressing the brake pedal may fail, preventing it from accurately sensing brake pressure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake pedal support assembly and the brake pedal load sensing switch at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The steering system's computer programming can cause the steering wheel to be off-center when you restart the vehicle immediately after parking with the wheel turned.
What the fix does
Lexus dealers will update the steering system's computer software at no cost to correct the off-center issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
