MYRModel Year Report

2005 Lexus IS 300

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2005 Lexus IS 300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:51:38.764Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus IS 300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2001: 27 complaints 2001 2002: 28 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 19 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2016: 3 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 7 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 1 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2022
2005: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
200127
200228
200321
200419
20054
20061
20163
20172
20186
20197
20202
20211
20221

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 LEXUS IS300. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, A LOUD POP SOUND EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE SUN ROOF GLASS CHATTERED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150807

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure.

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NOT SURE IF THIS IS THE CORRECT FORUM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150805

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

ENGINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

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NOT SURE IF THIS IS THE CORRECT FORUM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150805

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Lexus IS 300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Lexus IS 300 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus IS 300?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Lexus IS 300 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.