CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Lexus IS 350C has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (6 reports).
2011 Lexus IS 350C 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 350C problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 |
What owners report
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 350C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED LEXUS OF SACRAMENTO (2600 FULTON AVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95821, PHONE NUMBER: (916) 485-3987) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 350C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED 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 FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. LEXUS OF PLEASANTON (4345 ROSEWOOD DRIVE, PLEASANTON, CA 94588) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE RECALL AND STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND STATED THAT THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE IN SEPTEMBER OF 2017. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS IS 350C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED 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 FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED (LEXUS OF MELBOURNE IN MELBOURNE, FLORIDA) AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE AND EXPRESSED DISSATISFACTION WITH THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS KEPT AT THE DEALER'S GARAGE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS N
TAKATA RECALL DEALER WON'T REMEDY THE DEFECT WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME. WE HAVE BEEN ON THE WAITING LIST A MONTH AND DEALER REPRESENTATIVE (VICTORIA) CONTINUES TO SAY THEY CANNOT TELL US WHEN THEY WILL BE ABLE TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG (CAN'T EVEN ESTIMATE). KEYES LEXUS 5905 VAN NUYS BLVD VAN NUYS, CA 91401 PHONE: (888) 499-1833 SERVICE: (818) 334-4199 (WE SPOKE TO VICTORIA)
TAKATA RECALL TOYOTA HAS REFUSED TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG IN MY CAR FOR 6 MONTHS, DESPITE REPEATED CONTACT. THE AIRBAG IS PART OF RECALL 16V340. I PRESENTED MY 2011 LEXUS IS 350C, VIN [XXX] TO TREASURE COAST LEXUS IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, ON JULY 28, 2016. THEY ADVISED THAT NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO MAKE THE REPAIR. I HAVE FREQUENTLY CONTACTED THEM SINCE, RECEIVING THE SAME ANSWER. ON THE SAME DATE, I NOTIFIED TOYOTA MOTOR SALES U.S.A., INC. (TOYOTA US) AND TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TOYOTA JAPAN). TOYOTA JAPAN ACKNOWLEDGED MY LETTER IN THEIR LETTER TO ME OF AUGUST 4, 2016. I HAVE SUBSEQUENTLY CONTACTED BOTH TOYOTA US AND TOYOTA JAPAN. NEITHER HAS SENT ME ANY ADDITIONAL WRI
2011 Lexus IS 350C questions
Does the 2011 Lexus IS 350C have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2011 Lexus IS 350C: 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; Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lexus IS 350C?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Lexus IS 350C has been fixed?
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