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2015 Lexus GS450HRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2015 Lexus GS450H. Most complaints involve steering (1) and electrical system (1). The EPA rates it 31 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
31mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$2,550est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2015 Lexus GS450H as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2018 – Feb 2018
  1. Steering1
  2. Electrical system1

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 GS450H model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200748
200822
20115
201317
20151
20171
Crashes reported
0
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

Steering

1 report
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LEXUS GS 450 HYBRID. ON FEBRUARY 16, 2018, WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE "STEERING HYBRID SYSTEM DISENGAGED, PLEASE CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM" WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LEXUS OF MANHATTAN (627 11TH AVE, NEW YORK, NY 10036 (877) 364-2795) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT WIRES HAD BEEN EATEN BY RODENTS AND THAT THE WIRING TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,344.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 26, 2018Steering, Electrical systemODI 11074910

Electrical system

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S8)
Drive
Rear-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 450h
Auto (AV-S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
293431$2,550283
  • GS 450h
    Auto (AV-S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    29 city · 34 hwy · $2,550/yr
    31
    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

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Lexus GS450H as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 9637
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

2015 GS450H questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus GS450H have?

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

What are the most common 2015 Lexus GS450H problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (1), electrical system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2015 Lexus GS450H get?

The EPA rates the 2015 Lexus GS450H at 31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026