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2011 Lexus GS350Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints for the 2011 Lexus GS350. Most complaints involve air bags (2) and service brakes, hydraulic (1). The EPA rates it 20–21 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
20–21mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
7
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2011 Lexus GS350 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

7 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2011 – Jun 2025
  1. Air bags2
  2. Service brakes, hydraulic1
  3. Service brakes1
  4. Exterior lighting1
  5. Structure1
  6. Vehicle speed control1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each GS350 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20117
201341
201416
201515
20163
20174
20181
20190
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

2 reports1 crash
“TAKATA RECALL; MAY 23, 2016; GZG, 16V340. FRONT SEAT PASSENGER. I CANNOT PUT ANYONE IN THE FRONT SEAT. LEXUS WILL NOT FIX OR BUY THE CAR BACK, BUT CARMAX WILL. I SELDOM DRIVE...NOT HAPPY. MY CAR WAS HIT PARKED AND THE BAG DID NOT GO OFF. THE CAR WAS REPAIRED BY PROGRESSIVE BUT I CANNOT BE SURE I THEY CHECKED ITS SECURITY OF THE BAG. DON'T FEEL SAFE IN THE CAR AT ALL. TCC CAMPUS, ARLINGTON, TX. I WAS VOTING. IT WAS A TRUCK. AND BI-STANDERS GOT HER INFO. SHE TRIED TO HIT AND RUN”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 23, 2017Air bagsCrash reportedODI 11019113

Service brakes, hydraulic

1 report
“The contact owns a 2011 Lexus GS460. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Hydraulic Brake Sensor Fault" remained displayed. Additionally, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle experienced severe shaking and vibration. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 149,000. The VIN was not available.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 4, 2025Service brakes, hydraulicODI 11664761

Service brakes

1 report
“ERROR CODE C1267 LOAD SENSING SWITCH FAILED... ABS LIGHTS ON TRACTON LIGHTS ON.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 18, 2020Service brakesODI 11309811
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GS 350
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192621$3,800423
GS 350 AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
182520$4,000444
  • GS 350
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • GS 350 AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $4,000/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Lexus GS350 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 616Vehicle 431
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2011 GS350 questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus GS350 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.

What are the most common 2011 Lexus GS350 problems?

Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (2), service brakes, hydraulic (1), service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2011 Lexus GS350 get?

The EPA rates the 2011 Lexus GS350 at 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026