While driving the vehicle, the brake actuator failed, causing it to be unsafe to drive. This is a known issue with thousands of lexus/toyotas produced around this time. Instead of warranty enhancement (which my car no longer qualifies for), this should be a recall so all vehicles with this faulty component can be properly repaired. The cost to repair was quoted from the dealer at $3800!
The worst 2009 Lexus GS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Engine1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Lexus GS 43
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in...
2009 Lexus GS fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl Hybrid | RWD | 22 | 25 | 23 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 18 | 25 | 20 |
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 |
What 2009 Lexus GS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The engine has been burn oil rapidly. I went for an oil change and the tech informed me that the engine is down to 2 quartz of engine oil. I have kept the car on scheduled maintenance. One of the customer as the dealer ship that I had a conversation stated that he had a similar problem where lexus can't figure out the problem until the engine exploded. I went online to check and it seems lexus gs model from 2006-2011 have similar problems. Lexus refused to acknowledged the problem because of the cost for the fix. It is irresponsible for lexus not to recall the car because the cost.
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Questions about the 2009 Lexus GS
Is the 2009 Lexus GS reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2009 Lexus GS, fewer than a typical GS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Lexus GS?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Lexus GS have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Lexus GS get?
Official estimates for the 2009 Lexus GS range from 20 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, RWD) gets 22 city and 25 highway.
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