2008 LEXUS IS 250
5 recalls, 157 complaints - 274 TSBs
19V741000 Oct 17, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX4... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service ... Read more
17V006000 Jan 9, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, ... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota cust... Read more
16V340000 May 23, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 20... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer se... Read more
14V647000 Oct 15, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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 September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to ... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
13V030000 Jan 30, 2013
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
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 October 6, 2011; and 2008-2011 Lexus IS-F vehicles manufactured December 14, 2007, th... Read more
Consequence
Inoperative wipers could reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will install new wiper arm nuts, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Complaint Statistics
157 total complaints
7 crashes 1 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 38 |
| STRUCTURE | 17 |
| ENGINE | 14 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 12 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 11 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 7 |
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
POWER TRAIN
Nov 23, 2020
Incident date: Nov 30, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED PRIOR TO RESPONDING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS MOST EVIDENT AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THEN ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE FROM BEING STA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 23, 2020
Incident date: Nov 30, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED PRIOR TO RESPONDING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS MOST EVIDENT AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THEN ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE FROM BEING STA... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 10, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2018
ENGINE CONSUMES ABOUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY THOUSAND MILES. TAIL PIPES FULL OF CARBON. SOMETIMES RUNS ROUGH
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 16, 2019
Incident date: Jan 4, 2016
DOOR PANELS ARE MELTING. LEXUS CORPORATE WILL NOT FIX THE ISSUE OF ALL DOOR PANELS MELTING INSIDE THE CAR. LEXUS DID HOWEVER FIX THE DASHBOARD BUT DOES NOT WANT TO FIX THE DOOR PANELS. DOOR PANELS FEEL LIKE PLAY DOUGH STICKY AND ITS SHAPE IS BEING DESTROYED GRADUALLY AS BEING USED DAILY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 21, 2019
Incident date: Mar 19, 2019
TAKATA RECALL. MY CAR HAD THE AIRBAG RECALL BUT IT SEEMS LIKE DURING THE RECALL THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING THE AIRBAG DASH LIGHT.
AIR BAGS
Mar 21, 2019
Incident date: Mar 19, 2019
TAKATA RECALL. MY CAR HAD THE AIRBAG RECALL BUT IT SEEMS LIKE DURING THE RECALL THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING THE AIRBAG DASH LIGHT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 17, 2019
Incident date: Mar 17, 2019
I HAVE BOUGHT THIS CAR 3 WEEKS AGO AND IT WAS 75K MILE AND ORIGINALLY HAD 151K MILES ACCORDING TO THE REPORT OFF THE LEXUS WEBSITE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 27, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2017
STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE CAR.DRIVING IDILING AT A STAND STILLAND WHILE CAR IS THEN TURNED OFF AFTER RUNNING ALSO ANOTHER PROBLEM RELATED OR NOT BUT SHOWING UP AT THE SAME TIME WAS A BAD ODOR NOT THE SMELL OF GAS BUT THE SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS IS PRESENT AFTER THE CAR EXCELLERATES THE SMELL IS STRONG... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2017
STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE CAR.DRIVING IDILING AT A STAND STILLAND WHILE CAR IS THEN TURNED OFF AFTER RUNNING ALSO ANOTHER PROBLEM RELATED OR NOT BUT SHOWING UP AT THE SAME TIME WAS A BAD ODOR NOT THE SMELL OF GAS BUT THE SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS IS PRESENT AFTER THE CAR EXCELLERATES THE SMELL IS STRONG... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 25, 2019
Incident date: Jan 8, 2019
AS INSPECTED BY LEXUS DEALERSHIP IN WOODLAND HILLS CA, MY CAR HAS AIRBAG LIGHT ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. ERROR CODE B1861 WAS FOUND THAT IS TIED TO KNEE AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE SQUIB CIRCUIT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I BELIEVE. CAR HAS AROUND 99K MILES BUT THIS SAFETY CON... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 29, 2018
Incident date: Dec 20, 2018
DASH AIRBAG LIGHT RANDOMLY TURNED ON. CAR WAS PARKED. AS SOON AS CAR WAS TURNED ON THE LIGHT LIT UP. LIGHT WAS NOT ON DAY BEFORE. TOOK TO LOCAL LEXUS DEALERSHIP AND HAD CODE SCANNED. DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT MY CAR NEEDS A NEW DASH HARNESS AND REPAIR WOULD COST +$3,000 PLUS TAX FOR PART AND LABOR... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 19, 2018
Incident date: Aug 14, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR PANEL AND DASHBOARD STARTED TO MELT, CRACK, AND BECOME STICKY. THE DEALER (LEXUS OF TAMPA BAY, 5852 N DALE MABRY HWY., TAMPA, FL 33614) STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN AN UNKNOWN RECALL; HOWEVER, THEY STOPPED DOING RE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 9, 2018
Incident date: Oct 9, 2018
2008 LEXUS IS 250. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIRBAG RECALL AND AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINING ON. *AS *JS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 27, 2018
Incident date: Jan 4, 2016
TAKATA RECALL. WAS UNAWARE OF FUEL SYSTEM RECALL. THE DEALERSHIP NEVER INFORMED ME THAT THIS WAS EVER AN ISSUE. STARTED SMELLING A WEIRD SMELL COMING FROM THE EXHAUST WHEN I ACCELERATE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 23, 2018
Incident date: Dec 1, 2016
I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR, LEXUS KEEPS TELLING ME THAT MY ENGINE IS FINE AND THEY HAVE TESTED IT ETC, HOWEVER IT COMES TO A DEAD STOP AND WON'T GO I KEEP PRESSING THE GAS BUT IT HESITATES REALLY BAD CLOSE TO BE HIT BY ONCOMING CARS ON A DAILY BASIS.
AIR BAGS
Aug 10, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
TAKATA AIRBAG. PASSENGER AIRBAG TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON DASH INTERMITTENTLY WHEN STATIONARY AND WHILE IN MOTION ON STREET/HIGHWAY. WHEN I RECENTLY HAD THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL DONE, THE DEALERSHIP QUOTED ME $2,100 TO REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS. I RESEARCHED ON-LINE AND FOUND THIS TO BE UNIVERSALLY OC... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 20, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS MELTING AND PRODUCED A GLARE THAT IMPAIRED VISION WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEXUS OF NEW ORLEANS (8811 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD, METAIRIE, LA 70003, (504) 207... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 25, 2018
Incident date: Nov 27, 2017
THE "VSC" WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND STAYING ON SINCE NOVEMBER 2017. I HAVE READ THAT MANY LEXUS IS 250 CARS ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. THE CAR SEEMS TO BE DRIVING FINE FOR NOW BUT THERE HAS TO BE A REASON FOR THE WARNING LIGHT. IF SO MANY OTHER CARS HAVE THIS ISSUE, I'M WONDERING IF IT'S ... Read more
TIRES
Jun 5, 2018
Incident date: Jun 2, 2018
I PURCHASED 4 BRAND NEW TIRES FROM FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE ON 12/27/2015. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL INCIDENTS WITH THE TIRES INCLUDING FREQUENT BUBBLE FORMATION AND A TIRE BLOW OUT ON THE HIGHWAY. I BELIEVE THE FREQUENCY OF THESE INCIDENTS WARRANT INVESTIGATION AS TO POSSIBLE DEFECTS IN THIS BRAND AND... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 18, 2018
Incident date: Apr 13, 2018
REAR BRAKE CALIPERS SEIZING WITHIN MONTHS KEEP HAVING TO REPLACE CALIPER SCREWS OR ENTIRE CALIPER
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 7, 2018
Incident date: Mar 19, 2018
DASH CRACKING, STICKY TRUNK BUTTON, DOOR PAN ELS DISCOLORED . FIRST OWNER PURCHASED NEW. GARAGE KEEP ENTIRE PERIOD SINCE PURCHASE IN 08. I ALWAYS WANTED TO HAVE A LEXUS AND ON MY 50TH BITHDAY AND PURCHASED A NEW ONE. I WANTED A LEXUS BECAUSE IT MEANT QUALITY. I UNDERSTAND TOYOTA /LEXUS ISSUED A NOT... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 3, 2018
Incident date: Apr 2, 2018
THE DASHBOARD AND SIDE PANELS ARE MELTING AND VERY STICKY. HAD TO BUY A COVER FOR DASHBOARD TO PREVENT THE SHINY PART FROM HITTING THE WINDSHIELD.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 15, 2018
Incident date: May 1, 2017
A LATENT DEFECT IN THE DASHBOARD AND SIDE DOOR PANELS MELT OR DEGRADE UPON PROLONGED EXPOSURE RESULTING IN A STICKY, REFLECTIVE GOO THAT REDUCES VISIBILITY. THE INCREASED GLARE HAS BECOME A SAFETY ISSUE. LEXUS HAS REFUSED MY CLAIM AND WILL NOT REPAIR MY VEHICLE.
AIR BAGS
Oct 23, 2017
Incident date: Oct 19, 2017
WIRING HARNESS THAT IS TOO SHORT.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 12, 2017
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT OBSERVED STICKY RESIDUE ASSOCIATED WITH THE DASHBOARD AND THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE HANDLES WERE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. THE DEALER (LEXUS OF PALM BEACH, 5700 OKEECHOBEE BLVD, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33417, (561) 291-6004) FAILED TO PROVI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 26, 2017
Incident date: Apr 10, 2017
AFTER HAVING THE CAR I STARTED GETTING THE FEEL AS IF THE CAR WANTED TO CUT OFF EACH TIME I CAME TO A STOP. THERE WAS VIBRATION WITH IN THE MOTOR AS IT SEEMED. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ADVISE THERE WAS A ISSUE WITH MY MODEL WITH THE MOTOR SYSTEM WITH THE VIBRATION. THEY FIXED THE ISSUE S... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 26, 2017
Incident date: Apr 10, 2017
AFTER HAVING THE CAR I STARTED GETTING THE FEEL AS IF THE CAR WANTED TO CUT OFF EACH TIME I CAME TO A STOP. THERE WAS VIBRATION WITH IN THE MOTOR AS IT SEEMED. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ADVISE THERE WAS A ISSUE WITH MY MODEL WITH THE MOTOR SYSTEM WITH THE VIBRATION. THEY FIXED THE ISSUE S... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 9, 2014
I PURCHASED MY LEXUS IN NOV. 2012 FOR APPROX. $18000 CASH FROM A PRIVATE PERSON. BY EARLY 2013, THE SRS AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT STAYED TO COME ON, STAY ON FOR 1-2 DAYS, THEN GOES OFF. THEN, FEW MONTHS LATER, IT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. SO, I TOOK IT TO A LEXUS DEALER TO CHECK IT. THEY IMMEDIATELY INFORME... Read more
ENGINE
May 10, 2017
Incident date: May 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. WITHIN LESS THAN TWO DAYS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH THE RADIATOR CAP AND CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATED HIGHLY. THE DEALER REPLACED THE RADIATOR CAP AND PROVIDED NO SOLUTION FOR THE ENGINE FAILURE. THE VEH... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 25, 2017
Incident date: Apr 25, 2017
HARNESS - FAILURE OF THE AIRBAG HARNESS CAUSING THE SRS LIGHT TO STAY ON. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND VERY COSTLY $3,00.00+. IT ALSO APPEARS TO BE WIDESPREAD AFFECTING VARIOUS MANUFACTURE YEARS INCLUDING MY 2008 MODEL IS250. I BELIEVE THIS WARRANTS A REVIEW.
AIR BAGS
Apr 25, 2017
Incident date: Apr 25, 2017
HARNESS - FAILURE OF THE AIRBAG HARNESS CAUSING THE SRS LIGHT TO STAY ON. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND VERY COSTLY $3,00.00+. IT ALSO APPEARS TO BE WIDESPREAD AFFECTING VARIOUS MANUFACTURE YEARS INCLUDING MY 2008 MODEL IS250. I BELIEVE THIS WARRANTS A REVIEW.
AIR BAGS
Apr 14, 2017
Incident date: Mar 10, 2017
WHEN I TURN ON MY CAR THE SRS LIGHT CAMES ON AND HAS STAYED ON. THIS DISABLES ALL SAFETY FEATURES. LEXUS HAS A TSB L-SB-0167-08 ADMITTING THE FAULTY DESIGN OF THE WIRING HARNESS. SINCE MY CAR HAS 82000 MILES WHEN THE LIGHT CAME ON LEXUS SAYS I'M OUT OF THE 70000 MILE WARRANTY. THEY WANT $2500 TO FIX... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 11, 2017
Incident date: Apr 11, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 23, 2017
Incident date: Jun 9, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS) FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER INFLATOR; HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 17, 2017
Incident date: Feb 28, 2017
AFTER TAKING THE CAR IN FOR SERVICE AND INSPECTION THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYS ON. I TOOK TO PARK PLACE LEXUS GRAPEVINE FOR THE TAKATA RECALL REPLACEMENT. I TOLD THE SERVICE PERSON ABOUT THE LIGHT AND THEY TOLD ME $100 DOLLARS TO DIAGNOSE. THEY CALLED ME AND TOLD ME IT IS THE WIRE HARNESS WHI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 17, 2017
Incident date: Feb 13, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANU... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 20, 2017
Incident date: Feb 18, 2017
TAKATA INFLATORS - MY VEHICLE HAS AN OPEN RECALL WITH NO KNOWN FIX. SO I AM STUCK WITH A VEHICLE THAT NOW HOLDS NO VALUE AND THAT I CAN NOT SELL. IT'S WORTH LESS THAN OWE. HOW CAN YOU HAVE A RECALL WITH NO KNOWN FIX? THAT IS UNFAIR TO THE CONSUMER AND DOESN'T SAY GOOD THINGS ABOUT THE LEXUS NAME. I ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 2017
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
I CONTACTED LEXUS OF SAVANNAH, GA. ABOUT MY DASH AND DOOR PANELS WERE DISSOLVING/DISINTEGRATING AND TOLD THAT BOTH ITEMS ARE ON A RECALL LIST AND THAT I WOULD BE PUT ON A RECALL LIST TO BE PUT ON THEIR LIST TO BE REPAIRED, THAT WAS IN DEC. 2014. I HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH LEXUS OF SAVANNAH, GA. AN... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 15, 2017
Incident date: May 23, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANU... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 6, 2017
Incident date: Jun 30, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REC... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 31, 2017
Incident date: Aug 15, 2008
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED FROM A STOP POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH CARBON BUILD UP. THERE WAS NO REPAIR SOLUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAK... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 31, 2017
Incident date: Aug 15, 2008
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED FROM A STOP POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH CARBON BUILD UP. THERE WAS NO REPAIR SOLUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAK... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: May 23, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
"TAKATA RECALL" THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT MY CAR IT HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY ENGINE/MOTOR NOT LONG AFTER I PURCHASED MY CAR. I'M STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR AND NEW MOTOR. IT RUNS HOT AND I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO 6 DIFFERENT MECHANIC AS WELL AS TO THE LEXUS DEAL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 19, 2017
Incident date: May 23, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER ... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2008 LEXUS IS 250
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Premium | $3,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 LEXUS IS 250
274 manufacturer communications from 151 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 37 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 25 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 16 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 14 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 13 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 12 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 9 |
22LE02 - Takata
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140000 AIR BAGS
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Takata CSP Cover
Jul 28, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
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Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0006-22
Mar 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
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L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
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Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
275300 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
264300 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
284300 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-TT-0281-20 Rev
Mar 16, 2021
200000 WHEELS
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
L-TT-0281-20 Rev
Mar 16, 2021
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0174-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
010000 STEERING
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0023-20.
L-SB-0023-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
ZLJ - Dealer Let
Jun 15, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
DL: This Customer Support Program has expired as of June 12, 2020
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-TT-0284-20
Mar 26, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle must be on a level surface. If a level surface is not available, this tech tip should be used in conjunction with the repair manual to set the angle of the front mi
L-TT-0281-20
Mar 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functi
L-TT-0281-20
Mar 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functi
L-TT-0281-20
Mar 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functi
L-SB-0060-13 Obs
Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20.
L-SB-0016-19_Rev
Jan 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 15, 2020 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in thi
L-TT-0221-17_Rev
Oct 11, 2019
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
L-SB-0060-13_Rev
Jul 31, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors that naturally occur from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bullet
L-SB-0060-13_Rev
Jul 31, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors that naturally occur from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bullet
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-TT-0221-17_Rev
Apr 4, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
L-TT-0221-17_Rev
Apr 4, 2019
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
L-SB-0014-08_Rev
Apr 4, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 4, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0017-19.
ZLJ-Lexus POL19-
Feb 27, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports regarding an illumination of the SRS warning light in some of the subject vehicles even though the airbags are functioning. Due to a design issue in a connector, some degradation
ZLJ-Dealer Daily
Feb 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Daily Message: Customer Support Program ZLJ Dealer Letter and Q&A are now available on TIS. Refer to the Dealer Letter and Q&A for additional information.
ZLJ-Dealer Packa
Feb 27, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer Package: Lexus has received reports regarding an illumination of the SRS warning light in some of the subject vehicles even though the airbags are functioning. Due to a design issue in a connector, some degradation in its connection
ZLJ-Customer Sup
Feb 27, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Email: Lexus has received reports regarding an illumination of the SRS warning light in some of the subject vehicles even though the airbags are functioning. Due to a design issue in a connector, some degradation in its connection ca
L-SB-0167-08
Feb 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-19.
L-SB-0167-08
Feb 27, 2019
150000 SEAT BELTS
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-19.
L-SB-0007-19
Feb 27, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0167-08. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2008 model year IS F vehicles. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0167-08 is obsolete and a
ZLZ-Lexus POL18-
Feb 15, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ-Lexus POL18-
Feb 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
L-TT-0257-19
Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
TT: Some models are equipped with front and rear wheels of different offsets or width. Wheel offset, defined as the distance between the wheel?s centerline and the wheel-to-rotor mounting surface, affects the clearance between the back of t
ZLZ_Lexus POL18-
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ_Lexus POL18-
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ_Dealer Packe
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Packet: January 23,2019 Lexus has expanded this Customer Support Program to include certain IS 250/350 vehicles. Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may ca
L-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-SB-0041-15_Rev
Sep 27, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE September 27, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2009 ? 2013 model year IS250 and IS350, 2010 ? 2015 model year IS250C and IS350C, 2008 ? 2014 model year IS F, 2008 ? 2013 model year LS460, and 2007
L-TT-0221-17Rev1
Mar 22, 2018
353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI
Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
L-TT-0221-17Rev1
Mar 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Jan 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.
L-SB-0001-18
Jan 22, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0021-14. * Applicability has been updated to include applicable 2018 models and 2016 * 2018 model year RC 300 and 2015 * 2018 model yea
L-SB-0001-18
Jan 22, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0021-14. * Applicability has been updated to include applicable 2018 models and 2016 * 2018 model year RC 300 and 2015 * 2018 model yea
L-TT-0237-18
Jan 16, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TT: Special Service Tools: Injector Seal Tool Sets. In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the in
L-TT-0235-17
Dec 8, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Dec 5, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.
L-SB-0179-17
Nov 28, 2017
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, and PG002-90. Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01,
L-SB-0113-12_Rev
Nov 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Lexus vehicle becomes submerge
ZLD-Lexus POL14-
Nov 9, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancement Program coverage described herein i
ZLD-Lexus POL14-
Nov 9, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancement Program coverage described herein i
L-TT-0221-17
Mar 30, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin is regarding the Diagnosis of Bluetooth Connectivity Complaints: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: Difficulty to pair the phone. Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle wh
ZLD Dealer Daily
Mar 23, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Daily: Rev March 23, 2017 Voluntary Extension of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
ZLD Dealer Daily
Mar 22, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Daily: Voluntary Extension of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
ZLD_POL14-03_War
Mar 22, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Warranty Policy Bulletin POL14-11: REVISED December 10, 2014: Toyota has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancem
L-SB-0014-08_Rev
Mar 22, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 22, 2017 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? February 11, 2015 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2006 ? 2015 model year Lexus vehicles. On some
L-SB-0060-13 Rev
Nov 10, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year applicable Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin
ZLD_Warranty Enh
Oct 26, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Warranty Enhancement Program: Update: Technician requirements and parts order processes have been updated. Extension of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Sep 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated.
L-SB-0186-09 REV
Aug 11, 2016
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
"TSB: AUGUST 11, 2016 REV1: ? GS MODEL VEHICLES WERE REMOVED AND A NEW BULLETIN L-SB-0043-16 IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL. ANY PREVIOUS PRINTED VERSIONS OF THIS BULLETIN SHOULD BE DISCARDED. SOME 2006 ? 2009 MODEL YEAR IS 250/350, 20
L-SB-0186-09 Rev
Aug 11, 2016
135100 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
TSB: August 11, 2016 Rev1: ? GS model vehicles were removed and a new bulletin L-SB-0043-16 is now available for this model. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2006 - 2009 model year IS 250/350, 200
Pol-14-03
Jun 23, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Policy Bulletin (POL14-03): Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity.
ZLD_WARRANTY POL
Jun 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
WARRANTY POLICY BULLETIN (POL14-03): LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY.
ZLD_WARRANTY POL
Jun 23, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
WARRANTY POLICY BULLETIN (POL14-03): LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY.
L-SB-0151-09 Rev
May 26, 2016
022110 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2009 model year IS vehicles equipped with F-Sport Rear Lowering Coil Springs may exhibit a clicking noise from the rear suspension when driving. New Rear Lowering Coil Springs are available to address this condition. Follo
L-SB-0151-09 Rev
May 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2009 model year IS vehicles equipped with F-Sport Rear Lowering Coil Springs may exhibit a clicking noise from the rear suspension when driving. New Rear Lowering Coil Springs are available to address this condition. Follo
L-SB-0151-09 Rev
May 26, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2009 model year IS vehicles equipped with F-Sport Rear Lowering Coil Springs may exhibit a clicking noise from the rear suspension when driving. New Rear Lowering Coil Springs are available to address this condition. Follo
L-SB-0151-09 REV
May 26, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: SOME 2006 ? 2009 MODEL YEAR IS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH F-SPORT REAR LOWERING COIL SPRINGS MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING NOISE FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING. NEW REAR LOWERING COIL SPRINGS ARE AVAILABLE TO ADDRESS THIS CONDITION. FOLLO
DLB_Dealer Lette
Mar 2, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
DLB Expired on February 28, 2016
DLB_Technical In
Mar 2, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
DLB Expired on February 28, 2016
GR1_Region Lette
Jan 27, 2016
146000 AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Region Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follo
GR1_Region Lette
Jan 27, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follo
GR1_Dealer Lette
Jan 25, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follo
GR1_REGION LETTE
Jan 25, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"REGION LETTER: SAFETY RECALL COMPLETION IS IMPORTANT NOT ONLY IN SATISFYING GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS, BUT ALSO IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR COMMITMENT TO MEET CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS OF TOYOTA PRODUCTS. TOYOTA WILL BE SENDING SAFETY RECALL FOLL
GR1_DEALER LETTE
Jan 25, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"REGION LETTER: SAFETY RECALL COMPLETION IS IMPORTANT NOT ONLY IN SATISFYING GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS, BUT ALSO IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR COMMITMENT TO MEET CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS OF TOYOTA PRODUCTS. TOYOTA WILL BE SENDING SAFETY RECALL FOLL
POL14-03
Dec 17, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
WPB: BACKGROUND: LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY. IN MID-DECEMBER, 2014 LEXUS ANNOUNCED THE REIMBURSEMENT PHASE OF THIS WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT
POL14-03
Dec 17, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
WPB: BACKGROUND: LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY. IN MID-DECEMBER, 2014 LEXUS ANNOUNCED THE REIMBURSEMENT PHASE OF THIS WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT
ZLD_Warranty Pol
Dec 17, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
WPB: Background: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. In Mid-December, 2014 Lexus announced the reimbursement phase of this warranty enhancement
L-TT-0192-15
Dec 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: Some IS250 and GS300 vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? MIL ?ON? DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, and/or P0306. ? Intermittently runs rough after coming to a stop with the engine at operating
L-TT-0192-15
Dec 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TT: SOME IS250 AND GS300 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: ? MIL ?ON? DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, AND/OR P0306. ? INTERMITTENTLY RUNS ROUGH AFTER COMING TO A STOP WITH THE ENGINE AT OPERATING
LTT019215
Dec 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Misfire Duplication Procedure - MIL on DTC p030 and /or Intermittently Runs Rough
ZLD_Phase 4_Warr
Nov 17, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
WPB: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same Warranty Enhancement Program coverage described herein is also applicable to certain 2
ZLD_PHASE4 11/17
Nov 17, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
"WPB: LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY. NOTE: THE SAME WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM COVERAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALSO APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN
ZLD_PHASE4 11/17
Nov 17, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
"WPB: LEXUS HAS RECEIVED REPORTS WHERE SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKED AND/OR STICKY/MELTING DASHBOARDS AS A RESULT OF HEAT OR HUMIDITY. NOTE: THE SAME WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM COVERAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALSO APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN
LEXUS1403
Nov 17, 2015
163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity.
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LEXUS IS 250 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS IS 250 across all model years (2006, 2013).
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Total Recalls
938
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
79
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
LEXUS IS 250 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.