NHTSA Data Explorer

Lexus IS300

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

705

Active records

Recalls

12

Active records

TSBs

599

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

52

Crashes

62

Fires

10

Top reported issues — Lexus IS300

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Condition issue

421

Thermal issue

200

Operating state

110

Safety restraint issue

84

Reporting mechanism

68

Noise

54

Engine behavior

53

Fluid issue

37

Steering behavior

32

Performance issue

28

Driver assistance issue

25

Vibration/harshness

25

Braking behavior

21

Safety restraint behavior

21

Smell

19

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

19

Infotainment behavior

18

Lighting behavior

13

Ride/handling behavior

13

Electrical issue

12

Access/entry issue

11

Recent change

10

HVAC behavior

9

Starting behavior

5

Powering on/off behavior

3

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

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.

2014 LEXUS IS

Filed May 28, 2026


See attached document for complaint.

2010 LEXUS IS

Filed May 8, 2026


1 injured

My vehicle's dashboard was melting. I thought it was some kind of condensation. When trying to wope it, sticky gook came off on my papertowel explosing the bottom level.of the dashboard. I went through all the levels all.the way to Corporate Lexus legal in TX as the fumes were making me sick. I am a senior citizens who was not planning on buying another vehicle as I drive very little. After 4 months with no help from Lexus having symptoms of anxiety, confusion, headache and extreme…

2007 LEXUS IS

Filed May 8, 2026


Crash

Hello: I own a 2007 Lexus IS250. My vehicle has had an ongoing engine misfire issue and has run extremely rough. In addition, my SRS light and there is an issue with the driver's side knee air bag inflator connector. Finally, my dashboard, front and rear door panels have been sticky and melted over time when it is hot and there is no reason why this is occurring. The dashboard and door panels become glossy, crack and have broken off into pieces and the shine/gloss from the dashboard causes…

2010 LEXUS IS

Filed May 8, 2026


The contact owns a 2010 Lexus IS. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled, the vehicle independently accelerated while the accelerator pedal was not depressed, and all of the doors locked independently and were inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure occurred on several different occasions. The contact did research and was made aware of an unknown NHTSA Campaign Number however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to get a…

2019 LEXUS IS

Filed May 6, 2026


On Saturday 3/14/26, while driving on Florida's Turnpike at highway speed, without interior dashboard warning lamps or other warning symptoms both rear tires failed simultaneously & disintegrated creating a potentially catastrophic driving hazard for those with me inside the car as well as others on the Turnpike. This type of failure occurring at the same time on both rear tires with relatively low mileage of 27,680 miles raises concern about a potential defect. The rear tires are the original…

2006 LEXUS IS

Filed Apr 30, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2006 Lexus IS 250. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle and driving for two hours, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 135,000, and at the time of scanning the vehicle, it was discovered that the mileage was 221,000. The title showed a different name. A Carfax report was not obtained. The Montgomery police department was contacted and…

2020 LEXUS IS

Filed Apr 28, 2026


Vehicle steering wheel gets slightly stuck around 70+ mph on highway. Possible issue with the EPS, steering rack, 4 pin point connecter. Lexus isn’t able to diagnose it

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.