NHTSA Data Explorer

Lexus IS F

Data refreshed August 27, 2026

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Complaints

611

Active records

Recalls

17

Active records

TSBs

439

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

34

Crashes

43

Fires

5

Top reported issues — Lexus IS F

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Condition issue

366

Thermal issue

179

Operating state

89

Safety restraint issue

82

Reporting mechanism

69

Engine behavior

50

Fluid issue

39

Noise

34

Steering behavior

31

Performance issue

24

Driver assistance issue

20

Braking behavior

18

Infotainment behavior

18

Smell

18

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

17

Vibration/harshness

17

Safety restraint behavior

16

Lighting behavior

13

Electrical issue

12

Recent change

9

HVAC behavior

8

Access/entry issue

7

Starting behavior

7

Ride/handling behavior

6

Powering on/off behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2010 LEXUS IS

Filed Aug 23, 2026


255 /40 R18 99Y XL BSW Continental CONTROLCONTACT SPORT SRS+ Tire date: 2125 DOT 1CN0FBF5W Tire pressure rear set at 38 psi checked a week prior. Tire pressure Sensor light was not on at time of incident. Purchased 7 months ago, Jan 16 2026, 3335 miles on the tire when the incident happened. Driving on a country road at 60 mph, i hear flopping coming from the rear. The tire separated from the sidewall on the inner side and folded outward extending pass the fender. Managed to pull to side…

2014 LEXUS IS

Filed Aug 10, 2026


Crash

I was in a collision accident where the front of my vehicle was impacted. The airbag did not deploy.

2012 LEXUS IS

Filed Aug 6, 2026


The dashboard (instrument panel) on this 2012 Lexus IS 250 has degraded and deteriorated, developing a shiny, reflective surface. In daylight and bright conditions, this degraded surface reflects onto the windshield and produces a significant glare that obstructs the driver's view of the road. The glare materially impairs forward visibility and makes safe operation of the vehicle dangerous, particularly given the driver's reduced tolerance for compromised visibility. This is a known and…

2013 LEXUS IS

Filed Aug 6, 2026


2013 Lexus IS 350C with approximately 56,000 miles experienced engine smoking on startup. The vehicle has been regularly maintained according to the manufacturer's recommended service schedule. The Lexus dealership diagnosed oil entering the combustion chamber and documented that the cylinder walls are scratched, allowing oil to pass the oil-control piston rings. Based on the internal engine damage, the Lexus dealer has recommended complete engine replacement. I am concerned that this type of…

2023 LEXUS IS

Filed Jul 31, 2026


I am reporting a severe, unresolved safety hazard involving my 2023 Lexus IS350]. The vehicle is continuously flashing 'Braking System Malfunction,' 'Crash Light,' and 'Engine Light' alerts on the dashboard. This is the second major acceleration and braking system failure since purchasing the vehicle brand new.The authorized dealership, Meade Lexus, has repeatedly failed to properly diagnose or repair this critical braking issue over a 7-month period. On multiple service visits, the dealership…

2017 LEXUS IS

Filed Jul 20, 2026


I am unable to shut the engine off to pump fuel into the vehicle. The purge valve has been replaced, that maf sensor has been cleaned the leak detector pump has been changed. The vehicle will shut off and go into low power mode while driving on Highway, the idling is rough. The check engine light will not go off. The code is reading Po171.

2012 LEXUS IS

Filed Jul 8, 2026


2012 Lexus IS 250 Complaint Category: Interior/Seat Belts/Air Bags → Interior Component: Interior Moldings/Trim/Panels Narrative This is a safety issue. The dashboard on my 2012 Lexus IS 250 has developed significant cracking and is actively decomposing into a gelatin-like texture, despite the vehicle being garage-kept, low mileage, and well-maintained throughout my ownership. This is not the result of any accident, impact, or misuse — it appeared spontaneously and has progressively worsened.…

2012 LEXUS IS

Filed Jun 23, 2026


The dashboard on my 2012 Lexus IS 250 has developed significant cracking across the surface despite the vehicle being garage-kept, low mileage, and well-maintained throughout my ownership. The cracking is not the result of any accident, impact, or misuse — it appeared spontaneously and has progressively worsened over time. Lexus acknowledged this as a known defect by establishing Customer Support Program ZLZ, which provided extended coverage specifically for dashboard, instrument panel, and…

2011 LEXUS IS

Filed Jun 20, 2026


The dash has started melting after being in hot weather. Despite ceramic window tint which reduces heat (and likely slowed the melting) the dah continues to melt. This results in significant shining and reduction in visibility. While there was an enhanced warranty program from Lexus in which they would repair the dash, the melting occurred shortly after that expired. They will not take responsibility and fix it as they should, given this is a KNOWN issue with serious safety concerns.

2007 LEXUS IS

Filed Jun 16, 2026


The headlights continusely shot off while driving. The shift solenoid are stuck off causing the check engine light to continuously remain on. This all began 2023.

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Updated August 27, 2026. Refreshed nightly.