Is the Lexus IS Reliable?
2014–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Lexus IS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | 98 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | 98 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | 99 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 3 | 97 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 7 | 93 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the IS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The IS scores 29 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Lexus IS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 15 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lexus IS reliable?+
The Lexus IS scores 99/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 0 recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year IS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 IS achieved the highest reliability score of 100/100 with 0 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a IS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Lexus IS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used IS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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