Lexus IS 250 recalls and problems
8 recalls and 719 owner complaints for 10 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
719
Crashes reported
56
Fires reported
5
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Lexus IS 250 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 IS 250 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 IS 250 | 0 | 35 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 IS 250 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 IS 250 | 4 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 IS 250 | 4 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 IS 250 | 6 | 40 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009 IS 250 | 6 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 IS 250 | 5 | 125 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 IS 250 | 5 | 213 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| 2006 IS 250 | 6 | 189 | 10 | 3 | 14 | 2 |
Most reported Lexus IS 250 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 230 | |
| Structure | 160 | |
| Unknown or Other | 76 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 72 | |
| Engine | 51 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 49 | |
| Electrical System | 46 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 31 | |
| Steering | 29 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 |
All Lexus IS 250 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V-741 | Oct 17, 2019 | 2006–2012 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012… |
| 19V-005 | Jan 9, 2019 | 2010–2013 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever… |
| 18V-024 | Jan 9, 2018 | 2009–2010, 2013 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered… |
| 17V-006 | Jan 9, 2017 | 2006–2009, 2012 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles… |
| 16V-340 | May 23, 2016 | 2006–2011 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350… |
| 14V-647 | Oct 15, 2014 | 2006–2010 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to… |
| 13V-030 | Jan 30, 2013 | 2006–2012 | Visibility/Wiper | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles manufactured April 10, 2009, through… |
| 05V-565 | Dec 19, 2005 | 2006 | Vehicle Speed Control | On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility that the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in the partially depressed position due to inadequate clearance between the accelerator pedal linkage and a… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Lexus IS 250?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 Lexus IS 250 has the most reports (213). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Lexus IS 250 have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Lexus IS 250 model years 2006–2013.
What are the most common Lexus IS 250 problems?
Owners report air bags, structure, unknown or other problems most often.