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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2013 Lexus IS recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 3 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 17, 201919V741000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V741000
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| Jan 9, 201919V005000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V005000
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| Jun 26, 201818V432000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V432000
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| Jan 9, 201818V024000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V024000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Is 250c, Is 350c, Is 250, Is 350, Is F. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component13
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 23 |
| Engine | 3 | 23 |
| Air bags | 3 | 23 |
| Wheels | 2 | 15 |
| Visibility | 1 | 8 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 8 |
| Structure | 1 | 8 |
| Seats | 1 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 8 |
| Steering | 1 | 8 |
| Suspension | 1 | 8 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names IS F, IS250, IS250C, IS350, IS350C.
Latest reports
- Visibility
“See attached document for complaint.”
- Visibility/wiper
“This model was affected by the originally cosmetic, but well documented "sticky dash" recall.”
- Visibility/wiper
“The dashboard is melting - it is sticky and shiny. The glare it causes on the windshield is horrific. I have a very difficult time seeing when the sun is out.”
Other Lexus IS model years
- 20172 recalls22 complaints
- 20160 recalls18 complaints
- 20153 recalls30 complaints
- 20144 recalls65 complaints
- 20134 recalls14 complaints
- 20125 recalls44 complaints
- 20117 recalls65 complaints
- 20109 recalls112 complaints
- 200910 recalls92 complaints
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- 2015 NX3 recalls47 complaints
- 2010 SC3 recalls0 complaints
- 2024 TX4 recalls48 complaints
- 2015 RC3 recalls24 complaints
- 2010 HS7 recalls146 complaints
2013 Lexus IS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Lexus IS have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Lexus IS. The most recent, 19V741000 (reported October 17, 2019), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2013 Lexus IS recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 3 campaigns. Others: fuel system, gasoline (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Lexus IS?
Visibility/wiper is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 13 filed with NHTSA (23%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Lexus IS?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota/Lexus recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lexus dealer.
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