repaired · 2021 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2007 Lexus IS 350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 53 owner complaints about the 2007 Lexus IS 350, most often about the structure. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-432 the manufacturer reports only 62% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 7, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 Lexus IS 350 has problems
53 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Structure
13Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
7Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
6Engine
4Visibility/wiper
4Electrical system
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Exterior lighting
3Power train
65 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 14 | 0 |
| Air bags | 13 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 2 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 6 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2007 Lexus IS 350 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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repaired · 2016 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Engine
Risk. The loose bolts could cause the VVT gear housing and sprocket to separate and result in the engine stopping while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the…
no report yet
Visibility/wiper
Risk. Inoperative wipers could reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. THE ENGINE COULD FAIL AND STOP SUDDENLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other IS 350 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 350 median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2007 Lexus IS 350, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What IS 350 owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus IS350. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting and becoming sticky. The failure caused the dashboard to become shiny impeding the view of the driver. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the letter was mailed to the previous owner regarding a…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS IS 350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS STICKY CAUSING A GLARE TO REFLECT ONTO THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING A VISIBILITY ISSUE WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT INFORMED LEXUS OF WESTMINISTER (7600 WESTMINSTER BLVD, WESTMINSTER, CA 92683) OF THE FAILURE AND WAS…
THIS IS THE FIRST BRAND NEW CAR I'VE EVER PURCHASED AND KEEP IT IN A GARAGE DURING THE DAY SINCE I HAVE TO DRIVE A WORK VEHICLE BETWEEN DAYTIME HOURS. THE GARAGE IS NOT AIR CONDITION BUT DOES NOT GET EXTREMELY HOT. THE SOFT RUBBER INTERIOR HAS DETERIORATED AND GOTTEN VERY STICKY AND BRITTLE. IT CAN…
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