Lexus IS owners have reported 28 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I am filing this updated complaint to supplement my prior complaint (NHTSA id no. Xxx, filed January 27, 2026) regarding a recurring, safety-critical engine defect in my 2020 Lexus Is300 rwd, 8ar-fts engine. Defect: three documented misfire events over seven weeks. Read details...
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus Is350. The contact stated that he was informed that his vehicle was placed under NHTSA campaign number: 17v006000(airbags). The contact stated that once he was there, he was informed that there were several recalls on his vehicle(recalls unknown) and that repairs were Read details...
The contact owns a 2008 Lexus Is350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the brakes made a grinding noise and wore out prematurely. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the front brake pads and noticed that the odometer had been tampered with. Read details...
Lexus Is300, 2005 5 speed. I bought this car brand new on June 2005. After 2900 miles the clutch had to be replaced by Lexus. They claim that I drive with the foot on the clutch pedal (which I don't). I have driven stick shift since I was in college over 30 years ago. Read details...
When driving the the vsc and check engine light comes on. When I'I was driving, my vehicle got stuck in 3rd gear on the freeway. I had to slow down abruptly because my rpm's were high due to the fact that it was stuck in 3rd gear. Read details...