2007 Lexus GS 350 recalls and problems
The 2007 Lexus GS 350 has 5 safety recalls and 57 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2007 Lexus GS 350 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2007 Lexus GS 350 recalls
Recall 18V-432: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.
Recall 14V-647: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to September 10, 2010. Due to anti-corrosion plating remnants, fuel may leak from where the fuel pressure sensor is attached to the fuel delivery pipe.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall 13V-395: Engine
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 vehicles manufactured June 19, 2006, through July 12, 2011; and model year 2006-2011 Lexus IS350 vehicles manufactured May 27, 2005, through July 13, 2011; and model year 2010-2011 Lexus IS350c vehicles manufactured November 25, 2009, through July 19, 2011. 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the VVT unit free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall 11V-115: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 and 2007 lexus gs300 and gs350 all wheel drive (Awd) vehicles. There is a possibility that the plastic pad embedded into the floor carpet may interfere with the operation of the accelerator pedal.
Risk: The accelerator pedal could temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will modify the plastic pad on the floor carpet free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Recall 10V-309: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 lexus passenger cars manufactured from august 26, 2005 through august 4, 2008. Micro-foreign objects in the material of the valve spring may degrade the strength of the valve spring, possibly causing the spring to break.
Risk: The engine could fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2010. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
2007 Lexus GS 350 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | |
| Engine | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | |
| Equipment | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Air Bags › Frontal — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
- Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
- Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
- Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,798 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2007 Lexus GS 350 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Lexus GS 350 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2007 Lexus GS 350: 18V-432 (fuel system, gasoline), 14V-647 (fuel system, gasoline), 13V-395 (engine), 11V-115 (vehicle speed control), 10V-309 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Lexus GS 350?
Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (11 reports), followed by air bags (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,798 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.