2008 Lexus GS460 recalls and problems

The 2008 Lexus GS460 has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Lexus GS460 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Lexus GS460 recalls

Recall 14V-647: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Oct 15, 2014 · 422,509 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

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 10V-309: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 6, 2010 · 138,874 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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.

2008 Lexus GS460 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Traction Control System	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Engine	1
Electrical System	1
Unknown or Other	1
Service Brakes	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 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 2008 Lexus GS460 complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 70,000 miles · reported Jan 4, 2016

October 2015 had brakes replace do to bad front pads/rotors at flow lexus. Drove around for several weeks to break in brakes. Everytime I depressed brakes 90% of time heard metal to metal loud scrapping noise on the right side and I was in motion. January 4,2016 took auto back to flow lexus. Brakes retested, lubricant and flow lexus stated could not detected the noise. Yet on my way home in motion I detected the brake noise again on the right side. The brake sound is heard when I slow up to stop as well as when I slow up to turn. The sound is so loud other people turn their head to look to see…

Electrical System · at 70,000 miles · reported Jan 2, 2016

On two occasions my gs460 lexus in stationary mode would not start. On 1st occasion towed to flow lexus which was charged for approximately $65.00. The 2nd time four months later I was pumping gas at sam's and the car battery went dead. A customer gave me a boost. I called flow lexus they said to have it towed and to replace battery for $200.00. I purchased my battery at sam's. Vehicle making rear end sound since I have purchased car. Will take back to flow lexus.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 50,000 miles · reported Mar 11, 2015

My cars stereo sound system has allot of static done some research and have come to a conclusion that its a fault from manufacturers as many customers have the same issues with their mark levinson speakers where the foam around the speakers falling apart. Another issue is with the vsc issue where it comes on dash error and shut the traction control off making automobile to peel off and lose traction. Last issue which is common is the head light sprinkler always turning on when starting automobile wasting washer fluid.

Traction Control System · at 19,000 miles · reported Dec 20, 2010

I have a 2008 lexus gs460 which was having issues with not starting, on two occasions it needed to be jump started, on the second occasion after being jumped, I was advised to drive to the lexus dealer to have it checked out again. As before, there were many "dummy" lights lit up on the dash board, one of which was the traction control light which I attributed to the battery being dead. As I was driving to the dealership, I accelerated slightly (About 30 MPH) to pass a vehicle that had stopped to make a left hand turn and my lexus started to fish tail across two lanes of traffic, thankfully I…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Lexus GS460 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Lexus GS460: 14V-647 (fuel system, gasoline), 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 2008 Lexus GS460?

Owners report traction control system problems most often (1 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 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.