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Lexus Gs F Safety
NHTSA safety across every Lexus Gs F model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Lexus Gs F we cover (2019 to 2020), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The Lexus GS F is a high-performance sport sedan slotting into the competitive luxury performance segment, going up against German heavyweights like the BMW M5 and Mercedes-AMG E63. Built on the GS platform and powered by a naturally aspirated V8, it targets driving enthusiasts who want Japanese craftsmanship paired with serious rear-wheel-drive performance. Our coverage spans the 2019 and 2020 model years, the final chapter of this generation.
The 2019-2020 Lexus GS F lacks fundamental crash-test data. NHTSA did not assign star ratings, leaving a significant gap in its federal safety record, as no crash tests were conducted for these model years. This also means no Safety Index score can be computed. While common for low-volume performance vehicles, the absence of this data leaves safety-conscious buyers without independent verification of crash protection. The recall record for the GS F is notably clean, with only one recall issued across both model years. This suggests an absence of widespread safety defects from the manufacturer. Owner complaints are similarly minimal, with a single unverified complaint on file and no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. The federal safety record for the 2019-2020 Lexus GS F is thin but largely free of negative findings. The primary concern for buyers must be the complete lack of independent crash-test results.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally celebrate the GS F for its high-revving V8 character and engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics, calling it a more emotionally involving alternative to turbocharged European rivals. Most praise the cabin's fit and finish, well-bolstered sport seats, and refined ride quality, though some note that the infotainment interface feels dated compared to class competitors. Overall, professional reviewers tend to view it as a rewarding, if niche, choice.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the GS F for the 2019 or 2020 model years, so there are no federal star ratings to guide your safety comparison. Consider seeking out any available IIHS data or comparing tested alternatives if crash-test scores are a priority for you.
- Only one recall was issued across both covered model years, a low count that indicates Lexus did not encounter widespread safety-related defects requiring corrective action during this period.
- Owner complaints to NHTSA total just one across 2019 and 2020 combined, with zero associated crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported. While that is a very thin complaint record, it also means there is minimal real-world safety signal available from federal databases.
- The GS F is a low-volume performance variant, which partly explains why federal safety testing was not conducted. Low production numbers can also affect how quickly safety issues surface in complaint databases, so monitoring NHTSA's recall and complaint portal after purchase is a sound practice.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Lexus Gs F with 1 recalls.