MYRModel Year Report

2012 Lexus IS

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2012 Lexus IS
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:22:06.459Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus IS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 1999: 1 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2003: 12 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2005: 12 complaints 2006: 143 complaints 2007: 122 complaints 2007 2008: 102 complaints 2009: 40 complaints 2010: 40 complaints 2011: 15 complaints 2011 2012: 18 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 9 complaints 2015 2016: 2 complaints 2017: 10 complaints 2018: 3 complaints 2019: 2 complaints 2019 2020: 6 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2022: 4 complaints 2023: 5 complaints 2023 2024: 1 complaints 2025: 1 complaints 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2012: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
19980
19991
20000
20011
200212
200312
200410
200512
2006143
2007122
2008102
200940
201040
201115
201218
20139
201412
20159
20162
201710
20183
20192
20206
20212
20224
20235
20241
20251
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

8 of 18 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS REAR ENDED BY A CAR AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED AND PUSHED INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. NONE OF MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191021

MY LEXUS 2012 IS 250 ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN, BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE AFTER DEPRESSING THEM X2, AND THEN I CRASHED INTO A TRUCK. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. REPORTED TO LEXUS WHO ASSUMED NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150714

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL and SERVICE BRAKES

VISIBILITY/WIPER

4 of 18 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

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The dashboard (instrument panel) on this 2012 Lexus IS 250 has degraded and deteriorated, developing a shiny, reflective surface.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260806

The dashboard is sticky/melting causing it to be extremely shiny. It is available for inspection upon request. Due to the shininess of the dashboard, it causes a glare on the windshield during the daytime.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240610

Also filed under STRUCTURE

STRUCTURE

4 of 18 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

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MY 2012 LEXUS IS250 HAS STICKY DASHBOARD AND DOOR PANELS. THE DASH IS WET WITH A STICKY LIKE SUBSTANCE WHICH ALSO CAUSES A GLARE AND STAINS ANYTHING THAT TOUCHES THE SURFACE. THE DOOR PANELS ARE PEELING HORRIBLY AND EXTREMELY SOFT TO TOUCH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191222

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Lexus IS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 Lexus IS?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Lexus IS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.