CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Lexus IS 250C has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
2012 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 may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Most common 2012 Lexus IS 250C problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
What owners report
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LEXUS IS 250C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE LEXUS SAN DIEGO DEALER (4970 KEARNY MESA RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111-2407, (858) 268-8000) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LEXUS IS250C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED LEXUS OF CLEARWATER LOCATED AT 27547 US HWY 19 N, CLEARWATER, FL 33761 AT (727) 231-1443 WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE AND STATED TO THE CONTACT THAT SHE COULD GO TO ORLANDO FOR THE REPAIRS BUT WERE NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FA
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LEXUS IS 250C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
"TAKATA RECALL" WHEN IS THE RECALL GOING TO BE COMPLETE?? I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DRIVE MY CAR WITH A PASSENGER BECAUSE IT IS BASICALLY A TWO SEATER. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS RECALLED! CAN YOU PLEASE GIVE ME AN APPROXIMATE TIME OF WHEN THIS RECALL WILL BE COMPLETED?
2012 Lexus IS 250C questions
Does the 2012 Lexus IS 250C have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Lexus IS 250C: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Visibility/Wiper. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lexus IS 250C?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.