Most common 2014 Lexus IS 250 problems
Share of the 35 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus IS 250 complaints by model year
Best IS 250 years: 2013, 2012, 2015. Years to avoid: 2007, 2006, 2008. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2014 Lexus IS 250:
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited.
What 2014 Lexus IS 250 owners say
Electrical system
The battery goes dead for no reason. This has happened 3 times and I took it to the dealer but they tell me that everything IS fine and that I must have left something on. Once maybe but not 3 times, every time this happens the car IS parked in my driveway. There IS no dealer near me so I have to drive 50 miles one way just for them to tell me that the battery IS fully charged. Well no kidding, I just drove 50 miles with the battery being charged by the alternator. It doesn't happen all the time but a new car shouldn't have to be jump started in order to get to work. I had the car towed last time and they said that the battery was dead and that they charged it up and everything IS fine now. 3 days later the same thing happened and I had to jump start the car. …
My 2014 Lexus IS 250 currently does not have working locks. I had previously owned a 2010 Lexus IS 250 with issues with the locks. The actuator was changed and the car works for a minimal amount of time and then the actuator stops working again. It IS very expensive to fix and the dealership wants $555 dollars to replace it per door. Currently no locks on my 2014 Lexus work. The dealership wants over $2,200 dollars to replace the actuators. This IS a safety issue. If my son were to unlock his door in the back and someone were to try to open his door I could not lock it to protect him. If I'm on the wrong side of town and someone tries to get in on the opposite side of my car where I cannot reach the lock, I'm in danger. This IS a danger issue and a known issue for Lexus, a recall needs to be done. We paid a lot of money for our cars and expect to at least be safe with locks.
Air bags
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 Lexus IS 250. While driving at 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed head on into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a fractured rib, hip, ankle and head injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified to the failure. The failure mileage was 28,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lexus IS 250. The contact stated that both the driver and passenger side air bag panels detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the air bag panels were replaced. In addition, the rubber around the sun roof also detached. The dealer repaired the rubber trim. The vehicle was repaired numerous times for these failures, but they kept recurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 35,000. The VIN was not available.
Suspension
The contact owns a 2014 Lexus IS250. The contact stated that the rear tires of the vehicle were wearing out quickly. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on a different brand of tires that she had purchased including Pirelli and Continental tires. The contact also stated that the tires were only lasting for 3,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics who diagnosed that no issues were found, and the vehicle had a proper alignment. The contact stated that she had been purchasing rear tires of size: 255/35/R18 per manufacturer's instructions. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.
The vehicle IS all wheel drive. Both front tires have excessive wear on the inside. This wear IS so severe that the cords were showing on the inside edge of the tires, while the remaining portion of the tire looks normal. The tires needed replacement after 10,000 miles. Lexus had performed an alignment and all scheduled services. When I questioned the dealer about the excessive wear (Lexus of warwick, ri), I was told that this was normal and the car originally came with a factory notice informing the purchaser that the inside of the front tires were prone to excessive wear. I purchased the vehicle as a factory certified vehicle with 20,000 miles on it and did not receive any notice, nor was it included in the operator's manual.
2014 Lexus IS 250 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 21 / 30 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Lexus IS 250 a good car?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 IS 250 rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the IS 250 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lexus IS 250?
The electrical system — 9 complaints, 26% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the air bags (8) and suspension (4).
How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus IS 250 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2014 Lexus IS 250. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus IS 250?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2013, 2012 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007, 2006 and 2008. See the full Lexus IS 250 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Lexus IS 250 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 28,000 miles; 77% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.