Lexus Gs300 1994

Model Gs300 made in 1994 by Lexus got 9 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding seat belts, steering and structure. There was one recall concerning suspension . The car has one 3.0l engine.

Model 1994

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD17/23/1919/29/23Premium$ 10655930906

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT
95V072000TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.from 09/01/1992 to 05/01/1994V (Vehicle)2760404/28/1995MFRTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.04/03/199504/14/1995
Defect SummaryThe spherical portions of certain lower ball joints had finished surfaces that were not smooth causing friction with the surface of the ball joint cap.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can lead to separation of the balljoint increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the lower ball joints on the affected vehicles.
NotesSystem: suspension; independent front control arm; lower; ball joint.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact toyota 1-800-255-3987. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SEAT BELTS
BO0050103/23/2001619119Subject regarding new seat belt tongue plate stopper service parts. *tt05/15/2001
STEERING
ST01010102/16/2001619796Subject regarding steering wheelnut service specification. *tt07/02/2001
STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID
AX0010103/09/2001619113Subject regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits. *tt05/14/2001
SUSPENSION
0120210/11/200210000251Suspension ball joint inspection method. *tt02/20/2003

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
01/11/2002
 Consumer started vehicle, dashboard became illuminated, and vehicle lost all electrical power. consumer was trapped inside vehicle. dealer has been contacted, please provide further details.*ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
02/05/2011177800
 Sudden acceleration. i was driving it on us-101 westbound before kanan road exit (~4 miles before destination exit), slowed down and changed one lane to most right lane. the car suddenly accelerated out of control. i applied brakes immediately. the car turned to left, might spin counterclockwise and traveled from most right lane to most left lane. finally i got it stopped in most left lane, after its rear hit freeway center divider. it was in opposite traffic direction. fortunately, no other vehicle was hit. the car has severe damages in rear bumper, trunk, 2 rear side body, right front wheel/tire and some damage on right side body. it's non-drivable, though engine can still be started. on 02/06/11, i went back passing by the scene. the trace of black tire rubber (due to braking) is clearly seen from most right lane to most left lane.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
 When applying the brakes the car slowed down and there was smoke coming from the wheels. dealer has seen twice, and can't find problem. *ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT
11/29/2002214600104/14/1995
 Lower left front ball joint failed, and wheel fell on its side, dropping the front end of the car to the pavement.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
02/05/20111778001
 Sudden acceleration. i was driving it on us-101 westbound before kanan road exit (~4 miles before destination exit), slowed down and changed one lane to most right lane. the car suddenly accelerated out of control. i applied brakes immediately. the car turned to left, might spin counterclockwise and traveled from most right lane to most left lane. finally i got it stopped in most left lane, after its rear hit freeway center divider. it was in opposite traffic direction. fortunately, no other vehicle was hit. the car has severe damage in rear bumper, trunk, 2 rear side body, right front wheel/tire and some damage on right side body. it's non-drivable, though engine can still be started. on 02/06/11, i went back passing by the scene. the trace of black tire rubber (due to braking) is clearly seen from most right lane to most left lane.

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
CAEL MONTELONGO LEXUS