2018 Lexus Is 300: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Lexus Is 300: 1 recall, 6 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #20V012000 · 2020 · 1,830,752 vehicles
What's wrong: Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4runner, highlander, camry, land cruiser, sequoia, sienna, tacoma and tundra, and Lexus rc 300, rc 350, gs 350, gx 460, is 300, lc 500, ls 500, lx 570, rx 350l, and 2019 Toyota avalon and corolla, and certain Lexus nx 300, and es 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015…
Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Lexus Is 300 has 6 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 13 Is 300 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 9). Complaints peaked in 2018 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 7,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (2 complaints, 0 recalls), 2019 (7 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Lexus Is 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 Lexus Is 300. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Lexus Is 300 problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (2), body & structure (2), engine (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Lexus Is 300 get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Lexus Is 300 repair manual?
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