2016 Lexus Gs problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (1) · Steering (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2026-04-08 · campaign 26V222000 · 9,139 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.
Service bulletins (25)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2025-12-15 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Engine 2025-07-30 · L-SB-0032-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2016 – 2020 model year gs f, 2008 – 2014 model year is f, 2022 – 2025 model year is 500, 2018 – 2025 model year lc 500, 2021 – 2025 model year lc 500c, and 2015 – 2025 model year rc f vehicles with 2ur-gse engines may exhibit a mil on condition with one or more of the following diagnostic troub
Electrical System 2025-06-13 · L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. the procedures outlined in this service bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2024-07-29 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2024 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Showing the 6 most recent of 25 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-04-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System“during highway driving speeds low pressure fuel pump is showing symptoms of issues. car will cut off while driving and requires 12v battery reset. low pressure fuel pump will make noise similar to a “ humming “ noise from underneath rear seats of the vehicle. lexus corporate is refusing to perform and include my 2016 lexus gs-f for the open recal…”
2026-02-22 · Unknown Or Other“ i own a 2016 lexus gs 350 and noticed in 2018 that the dashboard had a sticky substance not realizing the dashboard of my car was indeed melting! it looks terrible! people get in my car and ask, "what happen to your dashboard?" i live in houston, texas where temperatures reach upper 90s even 100s which affects my visibility while driving due to …”
2025-05-19 · Steering“i am experiencing a persistent and potentially hazardous steering issue with my 2016 lexus gs 350 awd (luxury package). at highway speeds (typically 60 mph and above), the steering exhibits a distinct "sticky" or "notchy" sensation around the center position. specifically, the steering wheel resists small corrective inputs when driving straight and…”
2024-09-16 · Structure:body“vehicle is 2016 lexus gs350 showing clear coat failure on the roof on the edges. door handles and black pillar cover are not both showing discoloration. the head light cover under both headlights have lost its color. a vehicle of this age should not be having paint failure like this. i contacted the lexus customer service mentioning this is a defe…”
2023-12-21 · Unknown Or Other“in october 2019 my engine upon start made a knocking/rattling sound. the engine noise continued even after the car was warm. the vacuum pump was diagnosed by the dealership and it was repaired under the manufacturer's warranty. from my understanding, the failure of the vacuum pump could cause the brakes to not respond. in december 2023 the vacuum …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.