Lexus IS 350 problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 12 recalls on file for the Lexus IS 350 (2006–2020).

Complaints: 14
Recalls: 12
Model years: 15
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Lexus IS 350 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Lexus IS 350 model year

Year	Complaints	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2020 IS 350	1	0	0	—
2019 IS 350	1	1	2	—
2018 IS 350	0	0	1	—
2017 IS 350	1	0	0	Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2016 IS 350	1	0	0	Suspension
2015 IS 350	2	0	1	Electrical System
2014 IS 350	5	0	1	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2013 IS 350	0	0	3	—
2012 IS 350	0	0	5	—
2011 IS 350	0	0	7	—
2010 IS 350	0	0	8	—
2009 IS 350	0	0	8	—
2008 IS 350	0	0	8	—
2007 IS 350	3	0	8	Body & Structure
2006 IS 350	0	0	8	—

Most common Lexus IS 350 problem areas (all years)

Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
3 complaints
Body & Structure
2 complaints
Electrical System
2 complaints
Engine
1 complaints
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Lexus IS 350 received by NHTSA each month.

Lexus IS 350 recalls

Recall 20V682000Nov 4, 20201,525,742 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 20V012000Jan 13, 20201,830,752 vehiclesModel years 2014–2019
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V741000Oct 17, 2019928,220 vehiclesModel years 2006–2012
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 19V005000Jan 9, 20191,299,448 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 18V432000Jun 26, 2018114,998 vehiclesModel years 2006–2013
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 18V024000Jan 9, 2018628,018 vehiclesModel years 2009–2013
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 17V006000Jan 9, 2017577,875 vehiclesModel years 2006–2012
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 16V340000May 23, 20161,754,517 vehiclesModel years 2006–2011
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 14V647000Oct 15, 2014422,509 vehiclesModel years 2006–2011
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 13V395000Sep 4, 2013101,584 vehiclesModel years 2006–2011
Risk: The loose bolts could cause the VVT gear housing and sprocket to separate and result in the engine stopping while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V030000Jan 30, 2013267,718 vehiclesModel years 2006–2012
Risk: Inoperative wipers could reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall 10V309000Jul 6, 2010138,874 vehiclesModel years 2006–2008
Risk: The engine could fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Lexus models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology