2011 LEXUS IS
0 recalls, 22 complaints - 28 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
22 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
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... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 19, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
I am submitting a follow-up complaint regarding a previously reported front axle weight and capacity issue on this motorhome (original ODI complaint #11398920). At the time of the original complaint, the front axle was already operating at or above its rated capacity under normal conditions, even a... Read more
WHEELS
Mar 19, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
I have been fighting this issue now for 2 years, vibration while driving interstate speeds, especially right rear seat. I have had tires replaced twice trying to fix balance issue only to find out that one rim will not road force balance correctly, even with tire matched it only reduced road force b... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 19, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
NHTSA 25V-767 indicates potential issue with manufacturing debris in the engine potentially resulting in engine failure. Recall Status indicates "remedy not yet available". It has been over 4 months (11/6/25 to 3/19/26) since this safety recall was filed. This has been an unreasonably long time and ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 19, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2024
Engine needs to be replaced or rebuilt Also the fuel pump power control nodule failed
ENGINE
Feb 19, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2024
Engine needs to be replaced or rebuilt Also the fuel pump power control nodule failed
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 19, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2024
I have three recalls on my 2005 Dodge Ram - driver air bag, passenger air bag and rear axle pinion nut. I called the Dodge dealer in my city and was told the Dodge dealer cannot work on vehicles over [XXX] years old even if it is for a recall. Pedder Chrysler Dodge Ram + Jeep of Poway, 13811 Pow... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 30, 2022
Incident date: Sep 15, 2022
The dashboard is defective in that it melts when exposed to heat and becomes sticky. Although initially it started off as a cosmetic issue, the melting of the dashboard causes it to be very glossy to the point where it reflects onto the front windshield and creates a blind spot on the front windshie... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 21, 2022
Incident date: Jan 30, 2019
Valley Plate Leak. The Valley Plate Leaks are notorious on this vehicle. There have been several forums about it.
AIR BAGS
May 15, 2021
Incident date: May 15, 2021
TAKATA AIRBAG HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR THIS MODEL. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO CONTACT VIA INSTRUCTIONS ON RECALL LETTER FROM MANUFACTURER. WAS INFORMED SOMEONE WOULD BE OUT TO REPAIR IT AND NO ONE SHOWED UP.
STEERING
Sep 21, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2020
FIRST STARTED WITH STEERING GETTING STUCK A BIT WHILE CHANGING LANES NOW THE ELECTRIC RACK AND PINION MAKES NOISE STEERING LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE PARKING IN AND OUT ALSO WHILE DRIVING.
POWER TRAIN
Feb 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
FUEL IS NOT DELIVERED TO FIRING CHAMBER DUE TO FAILURE OF FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF WHEN ON THE ROAD. NO OBD-II CODE IS PRESENT SINCE THE FAILURE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR WILL PUT THE CAR IN PROTECTED MODE, NO CODE CAN BE READ. WHEN ENGINE IS SHUT OFF, IT WILL HA... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
FUEL IS NOT DELIVERED TO FIRING CHAMBER DUE TO FAILURE OF FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF WHEN ON THE ROAD. NO OBD-II CODE IS PRESENT SINCE THE FAILURE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR WILL PUT THE CAR IN PROTECTED MODE, NO CODE CAN BE READ. WHEN ENGINE IS SHUT OFF, IT WILL HA... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
FUEL IS NOT DELIVERED TO FIRING CHAMBER DUE TO FAILURE OF FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF WHEN ON THE ROAD. NO OBD-II CODE IS PRESENT SINCE THE FAILURE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR WILL PUT THE CAR IN PROTECTED MODE, NO CODE CAN BE READ. WHEN ENGINE IS SHUT OFF, IT WILL HA... Read more
SEATS
Nov 8, 2019
Incident date: Oct 9, 2019
THE DOOR PANELS AND DASH BOARD GETS STICKY AND MELT OVER THE YEARS AND THE SEATS STARTS TO TEAR AND BECOME LOOSE
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 8, 2019
Incident date: Oct 9, 2019
THE DOOR PANELS AND DASH BOARD GETS STICKY AND MELT OVER THE YEARS AND THE SEATS STARTS TO TEAR AND BECOME LOOSE
AIR BAGS
Dec 31, 2017
Incident date: Dec 31, 2017
TAKATA RECALL - MY CAR IS SUPPOSEDLY AFFECTED BY THE RECALL, BUT THE RECALL WILL NOT ACTUALLY SHOW UP IN THE SYSTEM- IT SOUNDS LIKE IT ONLY HAPPENS IN 2019 - WHICH IS GREATER THAN 6 YEARS AFTER THE CAR WAS PUT IN SERVICE. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF MY PASSENGERS AND LOSS OF VALUE TO THE CAR.... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 8, 2017
Incident date: Aug 8, 2017
TAKATA RECALL - ON THE WEBPAGE HTTPS://WWW.NHTSA.GOV/RECALL-SPOTLIGHT/TAKATA-AIR-BAGS, THE 2011 LEXUS IS250 AWD IS SHOWN TO BE INCLUDED IN THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL, HOWEVER WHEN SEARCHING BY THE VIN, NO RECALLS ARE SPECIFIED. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL INFORMATION FROM LEXUS. PLEASE ADVISE IF ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 9, 2017
Incident date: Jun 9, 2016
NHTSA RECALL # 16V-340 I WAS INFORMED IN WRITING OVER 6 MONTHS AGO. NOTHING FURTHER HAS HAPPENED SINCE. THE AIR BAGS SHOULD BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY IF DEFECTIVE! I'M FILING A COMPLAINT THAT LEXUS IS TAKING TOO LONG. BASED ON ATTACHED SCREENSHOT, THEIR EXCUSE IS: "RECALL STATUS: RECALL INCO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 6, 2016
Incident date: Nov 5, 2016
TAKATA RECALL. THIS RECALL IS TAKING TOO LONG AND THERE IS NO RESOLUTION DATE PROPOSED. I AM TRYING TO TRADE-IN OR SELL MY VEHICLE AND RECEIVE OFFERS $4000 OR MORE LESS THEN KBB VALUE. I DON'T WANT TO USE THE VEHICLE ESPECIALLY WITH A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER. THE REAR SEATS ARE NOT CONVENIENT IN TH... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 5, 2016
Incident date: May 26, 2016
LEXUS NOTIFIED ME IN MAY 2016 OF A RECALL FOR TAKATA AIRBAGS, BUT HAS NOT TAKEN DEFINITIVE ACTION TO REPLACE MY AIRBAG SO MY CAR IS SAFE TO DRIVE.
AIR BAGS
Jul 16, 2016
Incident date: Jan 1, 2011
TAKATA RECALL
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 LEXUS IS
28 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 1 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
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
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
19LE05-KLG - TI-
Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LS, 2013 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR LS Hybrid, 2011 ?
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
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
LTT016014
Jul 22, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
DCM Activation is not Applicable when Safety Connect/Lexus enform service has expired
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
LTT000110A
Aug 6, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
LTT000110
Apr 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
TMS-007-13
Jan 30, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TMS-007-13
Jan 30, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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
LSB-0030-11
May 31, 2011
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM
LSB-0030-11
May 31, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM
LSB003909REV2
Apr 15, 2009
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigation System Firmware Improvement
LSB003909REV2
Apr 15, 2009
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation System Firmware Improvement
LSB-0156-08
Oct 30, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LEXUS: INFORMATION ON SOME VEHICLES THAT MAY EXPERIENCE A KNOCK OR RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE UPON A COLD SOAK START UP FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME. *PE
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 (current) | 0 | 22 | |
| 2010 | 1 | 51 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 55 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 143 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 171 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 185 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 13 | View |
| 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 |