CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Lexus IS 250C has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (6 reports).
2011 Lexus IS 250C recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger airbag inflators in these vehicles can degrade over time when exposed to long-term high humidity, high temperature, and temperature cycling.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2011 Lexus IS 250C problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 250C. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN JANUARY OF 2017. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
"TAKATA RECALL"-RECEIVED NOTIFICATION VIA US MAIL MAY 2016, STATING THAT MY VEHICLE MODEL WAS SUBJECT TO RECALL DUE TO THE TAKATA AIRBAGS. WHEN I CALLED THE NUMBER PROVIDED I WAS TOLD TO NOT HAVE ANYONE RIDE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OF MY VEHICLE AND THAT I'D BE CONTACTED ONCE THE REMEDY WAS AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE. THIS IS A MAJOR INCONVENIENCE NOT TO BE ABLE TO UTILIZE WHOLE CAR. IT'S NOW A FULL YEAR LATER AND STILL NO REMEDY. THIS IS DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN CARE OF NOW.
RECEIVED NOTICE OF PASSAGE AIR BAG DEFECT ON MAY 23,2016. NO REMEDY PROVIDED, ONLY SUGGESTED THAT NO ONE RIDE IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. AS OF JUNE 13, 2017, MORE THAN A YEAR LATER, NO REMEDY HAS BEEN PROVIDED BY LEXUS. IT IS UNREASONABLE TO NOT ALLOW A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT SEAT FOR THIS LONG A TIME (OVER ONE YEAR SO FAR). WE NEED A REMEDY NOW.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 250C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME OF THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 06/01/17*LJ *CN
TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED NOTICE OF THIS RECALL IN MAY OF 2016 - IT HAS BEEN OVER 6 MONTHS THAT I CANNOT USE MY VEHICLE. THIS TIME IS UNACCEPTABLE AND LEXUS NEEDS TO GET THIS FIXED ASAP
2011 Lexus IS 250C questions
Does the 2011 Lexus IS 250C have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Lexus IS 250C: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Visibility/Wiper. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lexus IS 250C?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (6), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Lexus IS 250C has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.