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2002 Lexus GS300 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Lexus GS300, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
13
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Lexus GS300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Lexus GS300 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Vehicle Speed Control5
Tires2
Electrical System1
Air Bags1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Suspension1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Wheels1
Seat Belts1

Most reported parts

  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 2
  • Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
  • Suspension › Front — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,000 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 2002 Lexus GS300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 105,000 miles · reported Nov 13, 2013
Goodyear assurance tire: inner sidewall blowout while parked. No external cause. Tire is 80,000 mile tire warranty, with 40,000 miles used and has 6/32 tread depth remaining. May be a structural engineering defect.
Power Train · at 5,000 miles · reported Mar 17, 2010
Sudden acceleration after turning a corner. I slowed down to turn a corner to approximately 10-15 MPH and after negotiating the turn accelerated moderately to about 20-25 MPH. At that instant the motor started to race. The car accelerated rapidly in a few seconds to approximately 35-40 MPH. I applied the brakes and got the car to slow down to 20-25 MPH. When the brake was released the engine started to race again at an accelerating rate. I the decided to abort the acceleration and stop the car this time by throwing the shift into "park." when I attempted to do that the automatic shift went…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 40,000 miles · reported Feb 23, 2010
Uncontrolled excessive engine speed up this has happened a few times on two occasions there was high wind from left to right in cold weather. I wonder if the electronic control was fooled. When I complained to the dealer they told me it must be that I was not used to a electronic gas pedal!!!
Vehicle Speed Control · at 20,000 miles · reported Dec 21, 2004
Vehicle experienced hesitation while driving to the intersection, and vehicle will not go forward with any power. Consumer pressed the accelerator, but the vehicle will not move with any force. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but received no assistance.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 12,000 miles · reported Jul 6, 2004
When depressing the brakes the steering wheel and brake pedal pulsated and the vehicle shook. The faulty brakes caused extended stopping distance. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The technician determined that the front rotors were warped.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Lexus GS300 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Lexus GS300 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Lexus GS300?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (5 reports), followed by tires (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,000 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.