CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Lexus IS 350 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (1 report).
2009 Lexus IS 350 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.
Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans
The fuel pulsation dampers in certain Lexus IS and GS sedans with 3.5L V6 engines can harden over time and develop cracks, which may cause the fuel system to leak.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
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 2009 Lexus IS 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, ENGINE EXPELLED SMOKE AD STALLED TO STOP, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, STARTED IT UP WENT UP TO THE LIGHT STOPPED, PULLED THROUGH AND TURNED BACK AROUND, CAME BACK THREW LIGHT HEADING TOWARD MECHANICS, STALLED OUT AGAIN WITH A COUPLE OF PUFFS OF SMOKE BEHIND IT, CALLED MECHANIC, HE ASKED TO DRIVE IT IN, WOULDN,T START, SO HAD TOW TRUCK TOW A FEW MILES TO MECHANIC. AFTER MECHANIC CHECKED IT, I WAS TOLD ENGINE BLEW AD BOTH LEXUS PHONE NUMBERS TOLD ME IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AT 94,,000 MILES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LEXUS IS 350. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE OIL ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN ON A SECOND OCCASION TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CARBON BUILD UP WAS CAUSING EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND THE DIRECT FUEL EJECTION TECHNOLOGY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
THE FRONT BRAKES DEVELOPED AN EXTREMELY LOUD METAL ON METAL SOUND WITH DECREASED BRAKING PERFORMANCE. I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE TO LEXUS WHO CONFIRMED THAT THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THAT THEY HAVE A TSB ON THE PROBLEM. THE SOLUTION REQUIRES REPLACING THE ROTORS, BRAKE PADS AN FINS. THE NEW PARTS HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY REDESIGNED TO FIX THE DESIGN FLAWS. UNFORTUNATELY, LEXUS WANTS TO CHARGE $600 TO REPAIR THE KNOWN SAFETY PROBLEM, DESPITE THE VEHICLE HAVING ONLY 20,000 MILES. *TR
2009 Lexus IS 350 questions
Does the 2009 Lexus IS 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2009 Lexus IS 350: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Lexus IS 350?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (1), Engine (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Lexus IS 350 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.