2021 Lexus IS 300Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Lexus IS 300, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 16, 2022. Updated daily.
Where the 2021 Lexus IS 300 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2021 Lexus IS 300 recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2021 vs. every other IS 300 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the IS 300 median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
2021 Lexus IS 300 safety ratings
2021 Lexus IS 300 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.


- Rollover: 5 stars (9.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
What IS 300 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The Oil Housing Cap cracked during an oil change on my 2021 Lexus IS300. This occurred at my mechanics shop. I would have taken the car to the dealer but the cost for an oil change is double. The mechanic charged me for the part $55.25. When he went to purchase the part from JM Lexus, Sample Road,…
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