Is the 2017 Lexus GS 350 reliable?

The 2017 Lexus GS 350 has 10 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.5x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: SEATS/RESTRAINTS problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Lexus GS 350?

Top problems: SEATS/RESTRAINTS (2 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (2 complaints, avg repair $500); TIRES (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Lexus GS 350?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. Contact any Lexus dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Lexus GS 350?

The 2017 Lexus GS 350 gets 23 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2087. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Lexus GS 350?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Lexus GS 350 is approximately $2,143/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Lexus GS 350

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Lexus GS 350 has 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.5x the segment average of 20. The most common issue is seats/restraints problems (20% of all complaints), specifically: i was inside the building , looking at a new vehicle, vin. [xxx]. then manager pulled me into the office with witnesses and explained he wasn't doing business with me, he was nice and explained, i was excited at what he explained. i took pic of giant sticker, the vin dash has a square scan but my . There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

1 crash report

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

2 complaints

20%

• I WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING , LOOKING AT A NEW VEHICLE, VIN. [XXX]. THEN MANAGER PULLED ME INTO THE OFFICE WITH WITNESSES AND EXPLAINED HE WASN'T DOING BUSINESS WITH ME, HE WAS NICE AND EXPLAINED, I WAS EXCITED AT WHAT HE EXPLAINED. I TOOK PIC OF GIANT STICKER, THE VIN DASH HAS A SQUARE SCAN BUT MY
• I VISITED MULTIPLE TIMES AT THE LEXUS DEALERSHIP FOR FIXING THE TICKING NOISE. WHEN I DROVE UNEVEN PAVEMENT, PRESS BREAK, AND ROUGH ROAD, IT PRODUCES METAL TICKING NOISE. THEY FIXED MY CAR 3 TIMES (UNDER WARRANTY) BUT I'M STILL HEARING THE SAME NOISE OVER AND OVER. 1ST TIME - THEY INSULATED THE REA

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING , LOOKING AT A NEW VEHICLE, VIN. [XXX]. THEN MANAGER PULLED ME INTO THE OFFICE WITH WITNESSES AND EXPLAINED HE WASN'T DOING BUSINESS WITH ME, HE WAS NICE AND EXPLAINED, I WAS EXCITED AT WHAT HE EXPLAINED. I TOOK PIC OF GIANT STICKER, THE VIN DASH HAS A SQUARE SCAN BUT MY ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Lexus GS 350

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,087

Per month

$174

Per mile

17.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,401/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Lexus GS 350

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,143

Full coverage / month

$179

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+28%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$2143

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Lexus GS 350 Service Intervals

Oil change

10K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

5K mi

Brake fluid

30 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

120K mi

Cabin air filter

30K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Toyota Motor Corporation-recommended 10K interval with 0W-20 synthetic. Hybrid models use conventional service intervals; battery is 10-year warranty.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Lexus New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 150K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids

These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2017 GS 350, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Lexus dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TIRES(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 10 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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SEATS/RESTRAINTS: I WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING , LOOKING AT A NEW VEHICLE, VIN. [XXX]. THEN MANAGER PULLED ME INTO THE OFFICE WITH WITNESSES AND EXPLAINED HE WASN'T DOING BUSINESS WITH ME, HE WAS NICE AND EXPLAINED, I WAS EXCITED AT WHAT HE EXPLAINED. I TOOK PIC OF GIANT STICKER, THE VIN DASH HAS A SQUARE SCAN BUT MY
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: DEALERS HATE ME, TOO EDUCATED. VEHICLE IS A COMMERCIAL CLASS C -HAZMAT OPERATED AS A TYPE O. IN NE, THIS VEHICLE IS PARKED IN THE DEALERSHIP UNTITLED INTO THE STATE OF NE, DOT TIRE WARRANTY, TIRES MUST BE CHECKED EVERY MONTH FOR VALVE STEM LEAKS, BATTERY GO OLD AFTER SITTING AROUND. DEALER REJECTE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TIRES: I WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING , LOOKING AT A NEW VEHICLE, VIN. [XXX]. THEN MANAGER PULLED ME INTO THE OFFICE WITH WITNESSES AND EXPLAINED HE WASN'T DOING BUSINESS WITH ME, HE WAS NICE AND EXPLAINED, I WAS EXCITED AT WHAT HE EXPLAINED. I TOOK PIC OF GIANT STICKER, THE VIN DASH HAS A SQUARE SCAN BUT MY
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING , LOOKING AT A NEW VEHICLE, VIN. [XXX]. THEN MANAGER PULLED ME INTO THE OFFICE WITH WITNESSES AND EXPLAINED HE WASN'T DOING BUSINESS WITH ME, HE WAS NICE AND EXPLAINED, I WAS EXCITED AT WHAT HE EXPLAINED. I TOOK PIC OF GIANT STICKER, THE VIN DASH HAS A SQUARE SCAN BUT MY
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Lexus dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)