NHTSA has 20 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Lexus GS[1]. Steering is the biggest group with 5 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Steering. 5 complaints[2]. Owners describe a wheel that feels stuck or notchy at highway speeds, a wheel that sits off center, and power assist that stops helping. One story says a mechanic could not repeat the problem.
- Engine. 3 complaints[5]. Owners describe a car that hesitates when they press the pedal after braking, an engine that restarted by itself after being shut off, and an engine that cut out while driving.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 3 complaints[6]. Owners describe waiting for repair parts after a recall notice and worrying about driving in the meantime.
- Power Train. 2 complaints[7].
- Seats. 2 complaints[8]. Owners describe an uncomfortable driver seat and a passenger seat that had to be replaced after it sent a bad signal to the air bag system.
- Brakes. 2 complaints[9].
- Electrical System. 2 complaints[10].
- Traction Control System. 1 complaint[11].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2014 GS is necessarily included.
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump (20V012), January 2020. About 1,830,752 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| GS 350 AWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Premium, All-Wheel Drive[13] | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 |
| GS 450h, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S8), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive[4] | 29 / 34 / 31 | $2,650 |
| GS 350, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive[14] | 19 / 29 / 23 | $3,550 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR RWD[15].
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2014 Lexus GS with 3.5L 6-cylinder[16] | 286 to 306 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2014 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 11 | 1 |
| 1996 | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 64 | 1 |
| 1999 | 42 | 0 |
| 2000 | 36 | 0 |
| 2001 | 24 | 0 |
| 2002 | 17 | 0 |
| 2003 | 21 | 0 |
| 2004 | 9 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 | 180 | 8 |
| 2007 | 106 | 7 |
| 2008 | 45 | 4 |
| 2009 | 10 | 3 |
| 2010 | 18 | 3 |
| 2011 | 9 | 3 |
| 2013 | 48 | 3 |
| 2014 | 20 | 1 |
| 2015 | 19 | 1 |
| 2016 | 10 | 2 |
| 2017 | 6 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 |
NHTSA's counts for the GS show 20 complaints and 1 recalls for 2014[3]. Among the 25 model years listed, 15 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 9 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 1997 (0) and the most are for 2006 (180)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2014 GS?
The 2014 Lexus GS has 20 complaints in total on file[1]. Steering leads the list at 5 complaints[2]. Engine and fuel system reports follow with 3 each[5][6]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales. A recall exists for this year, so check the Recalls section above[3].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lexus GS?
- Steering has the most complaints, 5 in all[2]. Engine and fuel system groups follow with 3 each[5][6].
- Has the 2014 Lexus GS been recalled?
- Yes. The by-year count shows 1 recall[3]. The details are in the Recalls section on this page.
- How many complaints does the 2014 Lexus GS have?
- NHTSA has 20 owner complaints on file[1].
- What gas mileage does the 2014 Lexus GS get?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2014 Lexus GS reliable?
- The complaint file is small at 20 complaints[1]. Check the groups above and the Recalls section, and compare with other years in the by-year section.
Keep exploring
Other model years of the Lexus GS
Compare all model years of the Lexus GS
Other Lexus models from 2014
Similar cars from 2014: midsize cars
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 20 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Lexus GS (5 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 2 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the steering component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Lexus GS model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for GS 450h, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S8), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 34 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,650. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 3 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the seats component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the brakes component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the traction control system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 20V012, filed January 13, 2020: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for GS 350 AWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for GS 350, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 29 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR RWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2014 Lexus GS with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 286 to 306 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GS 350 4DR SEDAN RWD: length 192 in, width 72 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 112 in, curb weight 3,715 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GS 350 AWD 4DR SEDAN: length 192 in, width 72 in, height 58 in, wheelbase 112 in, curb weight 3,891 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GS 450h 4DR SEDAN HYBRID: length 192 in, width 72 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 112 in, curb weight 4,112 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov