2005 LEXUS IS
1 recalls, 13 complaints - 33 TSBs
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Complaint Statistics
13 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 31, 2021
Incident date: Oct 29, 2021
As I prepared to make a right turn onto a busy street, I suddenly could not brake normally. Instead, I was unable to press the brake down as a balloon like feeling pushed it back up, but it also did not return all the way up to its normal position. The result was I was moving with no way to slow dow... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jul 8, 2015
Incident date: May 5, 2013
THIS LEXUS HAS THE STICKY, MELTING DASHBOARD ISSUE COMMON IN MANY LEXUS VEHICLES LOCATED IN SOUTHERN STATES.
STRUCTURE
Jul 30, 2014
Incident date: Apr 12, 2013
ONE DAY I JUST GOT INTO MY CAR AFTER CLEANING IT AND THE DASH WAS VERY STICKY, I THOUGHT SOMEONE SPLIT SOMETHING IN MY CAR SO I WIPED IT DOWN BUT IT DID NOTHING. *TR
STRUCTURE
Jul 28, 2014
Incident date: Jul 7, 2014
MELTING DASHBOARD. *JS
STRUCTURE
Jul 17, 2014
Incident date: Jul 2, 2012
I HAVE A 2005 IS300 THAT IS HAVING A MELTING DASHBOARD AND PANEL ISSUE. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE IN THE LEXUS FORUMS ON THE INTERNET. THE MELTING DASHBOARD AND PANEL ISSUE IS CAUSED BY THE HOT SUN. LEXUS HAS NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THIS ISSUE AND ALSO REFUSING TO COVER THE COST OF REPAIRING/REPLACING THE ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
May 17, 2014
Incident date: May 16, 2014
SEVERE RUSTING OF THE SUNROOF. *JS
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 1, 2012
Incident date: Apr 1, 2012
COASTING INTO A PARKING SPOT , MY FOOT NOT ON THE GAS , THE CAR TOOK OFF. I HAD TO SLAM MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND WITH THE HELP OF THE PARKING SPOT STOPPER THE CAR STOPPED. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS GOING TO GO OVER THE STOPPER. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 1, 2012
Incident date: Apr 1, 2012
COASTING INTO A PARKING SPOT , MY FOOT NOT ON THE GAS , THE CAR TOOK OFF. I HAD TO SLAM MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND WITH THE HELP OF THE PARKING SPOT STOPPER THE CAR STOPPED. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS GOING TO GO OVER THE STOPPER. *TR
STRUCTURE
Dec 1, 2011
Incident date: Nov 1, 2011
ON THE DASHBOARD, THE SQUARE OF MATERIAL WHERE THE SRS AIR BAG IS, ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, KEEPS MELTING WHEN IT'S EXPOSED TO HEAT. THE AIRBAG DECOMPOSES OVER TIME DUE TO AN ERROR IN DESIGN/MANUFACTURING, AND THAT LEXUS IS AWARE OF THE SITUATION DUE TO OTHER CUSTOMERS THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM.... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nov 1, 2008
Incident date: Oct 10, 2008
I OWN LEXUS IS300, YEAR 2005. MILEAGE APPROX 10,000 ONLY. FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 YEAR THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR LEVER STICKS IN PARK AND REQUIRES THAT I PRESS THE SHIFT LOCK OVERRIDE BUTTON. THIS HAS HAPPENED APPROXIMATELY 6 TIMES. ON THE LAST OCCASION, WHEN I WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE SELECTOR LEVER, THE EN... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Feb 4, 2007
Incident date: Jan 5, 2007
THE FRONT TIRES ARE WEARING OUT FASTER ON THE INSIDE (CAMBER) THAN THE REST OF THE TIRE. THE DEALER LEXUS (IS300) SAID THAT'S THE WAY THE MANUFACTURER MADE IT .I WAS NEVER TOLD THIS WOULD HAPPEN WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. *NM
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Nov 29, 2005
Incident date: Nov 15, 2005
LEXUS IS300, 2005 5 SPEED. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BRAND NEW ON JUNE 2005. AFTER 2900 MILES THE CLUTCH HAD TO BE REPLACED BY LEXUS. THEY CLAIM THAT I DRIVE WITH THE FOOT ON THE CLUTCH PEDAL (WHICH I DON'T). I HAVE DRIVEN STICK SHIFT SINCE I WAS IN COLLEGE OVER 30 YEARS AGO. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mar 18, 2005
Incident date: Oct 2, 2004
LEXUS IS300 2005 BRAKE MALFUNCTION. *BF WHEN THE CONSUME ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP, WHICH RESULTED IN THE CONSUMER HITTING A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE BRAKE BOOSTER FAILED. *JB
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 LEXUS IS
33 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purp
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-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-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
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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-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-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
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
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
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-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
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.
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
LSB-0059-12
Jul 10, 2012
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
LEXUS: PRECAUTION INFORMATION ON REMOVAL, INSPECTION, INSTALLATION OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, WHICH REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION. MODELS 2001-13 CT200H, ES300, 300H, 330, 350, GS300, 350, 450, 450H, 460, GX460, 470, HS250H, IS F, IS
5031B
Apr 26, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION FOR THE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR. 00245-RM114-0U2. *TT
4436B
Dec 14, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
COMBINATION METER REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION FOR THE 2005 LEXUS IS300. 00245-RM114-0U2. *TT
4441B
Dec 14, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BODY ELECTRICAL - TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION FOR THE 2005 LEXUS IS300. *TT
LEXUS IS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS IS across all model years (1998, 2022).
25
Total Recalls
800
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
58
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
LEXUS IS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2020 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2018 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 14 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 28 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 22 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 51 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 55 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 143 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 171 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 185 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 1 | 13 | |
| 2004 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 17 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |