2014 Lexus IS 350
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2014
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 93 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lexus IS 350. On several occasions, while driving, the contact noticed a sulfur odor in the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-15
Service brakes
3 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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While driving on a major highway, I needed the brakes to be applied very rapidly as a vehicle cut me off and immediately slammed on their brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-12
I purchased a 2014 Lexus IS 350 f sport from fort worth brothers, LLC/alfa romeo Fiat in fort worth, Texas on July 20, 2018.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-03
Visibility/wiper
2 of 14 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
Steering
2 of 14 total reports mention: steering.
Wheels
1 of 14 total reports mentions: wheels.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-05-01Fuel system, gasoline20V012000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Lexus IS 350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V012000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2014 Lexus IS 350 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 2014 Lexus IS 350?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus IS 350 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.