MYRModel Year Report

2014 Lexus IS

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2014 Lexus IS
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:43:11.671Z

Only 12 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 12 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, 2014 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 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 12 complaints 2014 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
2014: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing sensor.

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2014 Lexus IS 250, 102,301 MILES THE AUDIO AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IN THE DASH BOARD. ALL RADIO SPECKERS AND SOUND EFFECTS FEED BACK TONES. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE "STATIONARY, IN MOTION, CITY STREET, AND HIGHWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241111

ENGINE

3 of 12 total reports mention: engine.

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Took vehicle for an oil change and toyota dealership sees an oil leak at the timing chain cover which can cause an engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240709

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

STRUCTURE

1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Lexus IS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2014 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 2014 Lexus IS?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 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.