1996 Lexus GS300 Problems: 2 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1996 Lexus GS300 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Acceleration
1
Lights
1

Problems by type

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Acceleration
1
Lights
1

Recalls 1

Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball jointReported May 19, 1999 · 2,737 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to inadequate lubrication of the inside of the lower ball joints, excessive wear can occur causing damage to the lower ball joints. Separation of the lower ball joints from the steering knuckle arms could occur.
Risk: This condition could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower ball joints.

Recall number 99V125000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Lexus GS300 26

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Apr 13, 2022 Service bulletinLexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
Jan 12, 2022 Service bulletinPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
May 1, 2020 Service bulletinSafety Recall and Service Campaign
Apr 6, 2020 Service bulletinSupersession notice
Apr 6, 2020 Service bulletinObsolete notice
Dec 5, 2017 Service bulletinReplacement Certification Labels
Apr 10, 2015 Service bulletinLSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in
Oct 16, 2014 Service bulletinThe purpose of
Oct 16, 2014 Service bulletinThe purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct...
Oct 16, 2014 Service bulletinOBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014:

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1996 Lexus GS300 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
3.0L 6‑cyl	RWD	16	22	18

What 1996 Lexus GS300 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 19, 1999 · Acceleration · FL · 3 injuries

Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration hitting a tree, resulting in injuries.

Filed Nov 25, 1997 · Lights · ME

Halogen headlamps only shine downward and are not effective in the dark rural roads.

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Questions about the 1996 Lexus GS300

Is the 1996 Lexus GS300 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Lexus GS300, fewer than a typical GS300 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Lexus GS300?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).

How many recalls does the 1996 Lexus GS300 have?

1 recall, covering suspension.

What year does the Lexus GS300 have the most acceleration problems?

The Lexus GS300 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1998 (25 complaints), 2000 (14 complaints) and 1999 (12 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1996 Lexus GS300 get?

Official estimates for the 1996 Lexus GS300 range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 22 highway.

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