2015 Lexus Is problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1) · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:air Handler/Chamber, Ducts, And Valves (1) · Tires (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (19)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2025-12-15 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Electrical System 2025-06-13 · L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. the procedures outlined in this service bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2025-02-07 · L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2010 – 2026 model year lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of rapgard™. the paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard™. the wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on
Structure:body 2024-07-29 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2024 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Structure:body 2024-07-29 · L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2024 lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Showing the 6 most recent of 19 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-11-10 · Exterior Lighting“driver side headlights and high beam have gone dim, reduced to a yellow haze. this creates a hazard by reducing visibility when driving. this increases risk of accidents due to dimly let roadway. i have had the lens professional cleaned and there is no oxidation which may reduce light output. i have checked the headlight alignment and it is good.…”
2025-07-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my car has had issues where the car will either not start, or the car will stall and turn off while i am driving on the road, causing my car to become a hazard for myself in the car, and other cars who have to avoid it being in the middle of the road. this first happened to me 2 years ago and i took it to a mechanic who could not identify the issue…”
2025-07-13 · Steering“the steering system on my lexus is 350 f sport malfunctioned while driving at high speeds on the highway. specifically, the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to turn, which made it extremely difficult and dangerous to control the vehicle. the car is available for inspection upon request. my safety and the safety of others on the high…”
2025-05-07 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:air Handler/Chamber, Ducts, And Valves“lexus had a recall for a faulty servo motor back in 2021. the recall work was performed; however, the same issue is happening again. the airflow on the “head only” setting comes out extremely low and blows air on the feet. this is the second malfunction for this electrical component within a four year period and shows faulty components being placed…”
2023-10-03 · Wheels“on friday, september 15, 2023 3:00pm, i had a “horrible” experience with my lexus this weekend and sudden unintended acceleration. i was sitting at a red light, with my foot on the brake. without warning the engine began to rev, the tires squealed and the car lurched forward. i through the car into park & turned of the car as quickly as i could r…”
2023-09-19 · Unknown Or Other“when driving at high speeds on the highway (75-85mph) after about 20 mins or so, the steering wheel feels like it locks up or gets stuck. the only way to get it back to normal is to jerk the wheel a bit resulting in swerving. this happens almost everytime i travel across the state. the car has passed all inspections at the lexus dealer. this past v…”
2023-09-05 · Structure:body“the paint is cracking and peeling off. car is in great shape otherwise and has been kept clean and well maintained. unsure why the paint is coming off.…”
2023-07-17 · Electrical System · 88,000 mi“the contact owns a 2015 lexus is250. the contact stated while operating the vehicle, the radio and infotainment center failed to function properly. additionally, there was a burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. upon inspection, it was discovered that the stereo amplifier located in the trunk was submerged in water. the location of the wate…”
2023-04-29 · Tires“225/40r18 front and 255/35r18 rear on 2 separate incidents. both times slow leaks lead to finding tires separating. called bridgestone and they assured me of no known issues with tires which i'm now finding extremely hard to believe. this has to be a safety issue at the very least. the attached photos should prove my point. first set purchased in 2…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.