Lexus IS F: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Lexus IS F across 3 model years: 0 owner complaints and 17 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 5 L · petrol · 8 cyl 2008–2014
- automatic, 8-speed 2008–2014
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What to check before buying
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
- TSB
- POL
- Leather Care Best Practices
- POL
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- TI
- TSB
- TI
- TSB
- TSB
- TSB
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.