CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Lexus IS 350 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2011 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.
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.
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 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 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
"TAKATA RECALL'. AFFECTED AREAS ARE THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGS . I AM BEING TOLD THAT DESPITE THIS RECALL BEING ISSUED FOR OVER A YEAR OR MORE THAT THE REMEDY IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. I FIND THIS HIGHLY DANGEROUS AND TERRIBLE BUSINESS PRACTICE FOR THE LEXUS CORPORATION; NOT TO MENTION PUTTING MY PERSONAL SAFETY AT RISK.
"TAKATA RECALL" I WOULD LIKE TO ASK IF I CAN JUST HAVE THE AIRBAGS TAKEN OUT. IT IS RIDICULOUS TO NOT BE ABLE TO HAVE PEOPLE IN MY CAR WHILE DRIVING. HOW DO I KNOW IF IT IS SAFE FOR ME TO BE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS SOUND LIKE THEY CAN HURT MORE THAN JUST THE PASSENGERS. I FEEL IT IS MY RIGHT TO HAVE THE BAGS TAKEN OUT AND TO DEPEND ON THE TRUSTY SEATBELT. CAN I HAVE THIS DONE AT NO CHARGE TO ME? I ALSO WANT TO KNOW WHY DID THEY USE A DIFFERENT AIRBAG MANUFACTURER FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE. WHY NOT STICK WITH ONE MANUFACTURE. IS THE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DEFECTIVE ONLY? I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THINKING THAT A LEXUS WAS A DEPENDABLE CAR AND SAFER THAN MOST. PL
IN A TRAFFIC LIGHT ABOUT TO MAKE A LEFT, WHEN LIGHTS TURNED GREEN IT ACCELERATED NORMALLY UNTIL SPEED WAS AT 25-30MPH ITS STOPPED THERE. WILL ONLY REV UP TO 2000 RPM WOULD CHANGE GEARS BUT IN ITS OWN DESIRED TIME . PULLED OVER TURN OFF THE CAR TURNED IT BACK ON SAME HAPPND. ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND FRM THERE IT WOULD RUN THE SAME ACCELERATE NORMALLY AND REMAIN IN AFLACTUATING SPEED OF 2-30MPH UNTIL NOW LEXUS OF LAS VEGAS WILL NOT AKNOWLEDGE ELF RECALL STATING MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED IN THEIR LIST. WILL NOT HONOR ALL PAPERWORK FROM THIS WEBSITE. SPOKE TO JUSTIN AND I WILL NOW TAKE MY CAR HOME BECAUSE THEY WERE INSISTING FOR ME TO PAY TO THE AMOUNT OF 2098 JUST FOR THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP EXCLUD
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE PAST 30 MPH. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V647000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000. ... UPDATED 08/23/16 *BF ....UPDATED 08/29/16 *BF UPDATED 08/3/16.*JB *TR
ON MARCH 11,2014, I STOPPED MY CAR AT THE STOP LIGHT BEHIND ANOTHER CAR. MY CAR'S ENGINE SUDDENLY STARTED REV UP. I APPLIED THE BRAKE AS MUCH AS I CAN. BUY MY CAR STARTED TO MOVE AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR STOPPED IN FRONT OF MY CAR. SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *TR
2011 Lexus IS 350 questions
Does the 2011 Lexus IS 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2011 Lexus IS 350: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lexus IS 350?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Air Bags (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.