Last updated: 2026-10-10
2025 Lexus IS Reliability Report
The 2025 Lexus IS has excellent reliability, with one owner complaint and no recalls, though it ranks among the weaker of nine IS years.
Recalls
0
Complaints
1
Complaint Rate
0.5per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$551
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,750–$3,450
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Excellent reliability with one complaint and no recalls, but it ranks among the weaker of the nine scored IS years.
Top Issues to Watch
- STRUCTURE (1)
Should You Buy the 2025 Lexus IS?
Reliability is excellent for this model year, and it sits above average among 2025 sedans. Within the IS lineup it ranks among the weaker of nine scored years, so it is a sound car but not the strongest IS you can buy. The 2024 rates about the same. The 2026 rates better.
Owners filed one complaint, about 0.5 per 10,000 sold, and that complaint involved an injury. The data does not say what failed, so there is no repeated symptom to point to. Federal recall records show no recalls for this year, and the car earned 5 of 5 stars in federal crash tests.
Ask the seller for service records and run the VIN for open recalls before you buy. The 2026 has no complaints and no recalls, though a newer year has had less time on the road to collect them. The 2024 has three complaints and no recalls.
Compared to the 2026 Lexus IS, which scored 4 points higher. See also the 2024 Lexus IS for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Strong reliability score
- +No recalls issued
- +Below-average complaint rate for Sedan
- +5-star NHTSA crash rating
- +Only 1 complaints reported
Cons
- −STRUCTURE (1)
Compare 2025 Lexus IS With
2025 Volvo S60
Reliability: 76/100
2025 BMW 5 Series
Reliability: 71/100
2025 Genesis G70
Reliability: 71/100
2025 BMW 4 Series
Reliability: 67/100
2025 Lexus NX
Reliability: 77/100
Recall Overview
0
recalls on record
No recalls are on record for the 2025 Lexus IS — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
0.5
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 2
Safety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
Buying a used 2025 Lexus IS? Check its history first
Structure problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Lexus IS, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2025 Lexus IS NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 9.5%
Safety Technologies
Lexus ISRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4.5Maintenance rating: 4.5 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$551
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
2025 Lexus IS Example Repair Prices
National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.
| Repair | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Brake Hose Replacement | $227 – $291 |
| Blower Motor Replacement | $442 – $478 |
| Drive Axle Assembly Leak Inspection | $76 – $112 |
| AC Compressor Clutch Replacement | $1,424 – $1,566 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement | $358 – $466 |
| Axle Shaft Seal Replacement | $431 – $618 |
| Liftgate Glass Support Strut Replacement | $188 – $217 |
| Heater Hose Replacement | $417 – $517 |
| Parking Brake Shoe Replacement | $477 – $619 |
| Air Conditioning Receiver Drier Assembly Replacement | $544 – $852 |
Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
20–25 MPG
Running cost: $3,300–$4,000/yr
Fuel + repair
17–21 city / 25–31 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 300 2.0L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,750 |
| IS 350 3.5L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,000 |
| IS 300 AWD 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,150 |
| IS 350 AWD 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,150 |
| IS 500 5.0L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,450 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Lexus IS.
Inspect for unusual odors inside the vehicle
Test for symptoms of VOC exposure such as headaches or dizziness
Verify with a professional environmental service for VOC levels
Check for any manufacturer recalls related to interior materials or air quality
2025 Lexus IS Common Problems by Component
1 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
STRUCTURE
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2025 Lexus IS-350. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased brand new. The contact stated that within four days of driving the vehicle, the contact started to experience health and safety issues that persisted throughout the time the vehicle was driven, and the contact noticed an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. The contact experienced extremely swollen abdomen causing severe digestive distress, constipation, diarrhea and loss of appetite. The contact experienced swollen lymph nodes on the left side of the groin, abnormal weight gain, debilitating fatigue, insomnia, loss of breath, reduced eyesight, loss of strength, joints pain, reduced cognitive ability, malaise. Additionally, the contact experienced hair loss that stopped once the contact stopped driving the vehicle in the month of June. The contact sought medical assistance, and the lab work showed low level of iron. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer was informed of the issue. The dealer performed a detailing of the vehicle to resolve the issue; however, the contact continued to experience the symptoms while driving the vehicle. The contact hired Nal East Environmental Services(2021 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053) to perform a test on the vehicle. The test was performed, and the contact was informed that extremely positive levels of Volatile Organic Compound(VOC) was found on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the issue, and the Doctor's letter, stating that the VOC presence in the vehicle had made the contact sick, was sent to the manufacturer; however, no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 15.
Best & Worst Lexus IS Years
Best Lexus IS Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreLexus IS Years to Avoid
No Lexus IS years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 79 and 87 across 9 scored model years.
Lexus IS Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 81/100 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 79/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2026 | 87/100 | Excellent |
Lexus IS Reliability Compared to Other Years
2025 Lexus IS Common Questions
10 questions from 2025 Lexus IS owners.
Stalling and stopping
My vehicle only has 30,800,000 miles. If the fuel pump which is a recalled part is the manufacture responsible There is no way of knowing, it stalls when accelerating A few days
No power steering
i just bought a 2006 lexus rx400h and i have zero power steering, a p/s light and "check hybrid system" and "check vsc system" as well as p1421, p3298, c1310, c1336 codes, it has a brand new car battery More than a week
Braking malfunction
After about 100 miles all the dash lites came on,cel,anti skid parking brake ECT. It said pull over right away and have towed to dealer. Well I was not to far from home so drove it home. The brake pedal was very hard to push so I drove slow and tried not to use brake pedal. I could use it if I did it gently. Next morning , drove it to shop and they called me back and said they got a code c1247 which was brake pedal stroke sensor. Replaced that and had it calibrated. After driving around 70 miles it did the same thing. Stiff brake ,lites on dash, so took it back and it came back with the same code so they erased the code on the obd and it drives perfect until I hit the 70 mi and does it again. This has happened like 5times and even took it to different shops. All they do is reset code and they tell me it is good to go .Could it be in the brake booster? When I tell them the problem is still there they all have said " it's probably the abs module but they are just guessing. Booster? When the dash lites are off it rides perfect for 70 miles or so More than a month
Repair estimate
Is it worth it to repair a 2007 Lexus RX400h that needs the compressor, condenser and hybrid battery replaced? Car no longer turns on. The heat/AC would make the car run rough. More than a month
Seatbelt alarm
The seatbelt alarm for the rear middle seatbelt goes off even when no one is sitting in the back seats and no items are on the seats either. The only way I’ve been keeping this from triggering every time I drive is to keep the middle seatbelt latched. I’ve been told that it is a faulty sensor in the latch and it should be replaced. Is this the only way? More than a year
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2025 Lexus IS without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2025 Lexus IS
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Lexus IS does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on how many systems draw complaints (71/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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