2011 Lexus IS
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 143 |
| 2007 | 122 |
| 2008 | 102 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
7 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-31
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-06
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-05
Visibility/wiper
4 of 15 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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The dashboard on our vehicle has started to "melt." While there was a warranty enhancement program in the past (we did not receive notice), the problem has developed after the window for repair closed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-19
Also filed under Structure
Structure
3 of 15 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The door panels and dash board gets sticky and melt over the years and the seats starts to tear and become loose
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-08
Also filed under Seats
Engine
2 of 15 total reports mention: engine.
Steering
1 of 15 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2011 Lexus IS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2011 Lexus IS 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 2011 Lexus IS?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus IS have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.