Most common 2019 Lexus IS 300 problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus IS 300 complaints by model year
Best IS 300 years: 2018, 2004, 2019. Years to avoid: 2001, 2002. Compare all years →
2019 Lexus IS 300 recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
What 2019 Lexus IS 300 owners say
Wheels & tires
Please see images. Without warning on this news 2019 Lexus IS 300 with approximately 2,000 miles on it the left rear front tire literally came off the vehicle while traveling south at legal highway speed on I-95 near boynton beach, florida. The tire completely blew up off the vehicle and the vehicle slammed onto the ground in a very dangerous manner, causing smoke and what looked like a fire. The vehicle swerved off the side of the freeway and 2 passengers exited quickly from the vehicle and florida highway patrol was called.please see photos and there IS also video too large to attach amd news video story as well. It IS too large to attach. We will be happy to provide alll materials. The dealership has offerred to replace the defective tire. They claim they do not know what caused the failure, even after an engineer came out. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Lexus IS 300 equipped with Bridgestone tires, tire line: turanza el400, tire size: 255/35/r18 n/a, dot number: rb4tr982520. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while at a stand still at a traffic light, the accelerator pedal was depressed and an abnormal sound was heard coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that her husband exited the vehicle and saw that the rear passenger's side tire had detached from the rim. The contact stated she exited the vehicle and found the defective tire near where she was parked. The contact stated the sidewall of the tire was attached to the rim. The contact stated that a bystander assisted with replacing the tire with the spare. The contact drove to her residence. …
2019 Lexus IS 300 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 21 / 30 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Lexus IS 300 a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 IS 300 rates average: 18% fewer complaints than a typical year of the IS 300 at the same age. It is one of the best IS 300 years by this measure. 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 2019 Lexus IS 300?
The wheels & tires — 3 complaints, 43% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus IS 300 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Lexus IS 300, the most recent from November 4, 2020 (fuel pump). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus IS 300?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2004 and 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001 and 2002. See the full Lexus IS 300 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Lexus IS 300 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 19,000 miles; 100% 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.