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2014 Lexus IS 350

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2014 Lexus IS 350 has 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.4x the segment average of 11. The most common issue is brakes problems (20% of all complaints), specifically: when i try to stop my vehicle, the floor may gets stuck on top of the brake making it difficult to reach the brake. i have pictures of the issue if needed. *tr. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

1 crash report

15

Total Complaints

1

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

BRAKES

3 complaints
20%
  • • WHEN I TRY TO STOP MY VEHICLE, THE FLOOR MAY GETS STUCK ON TOP OF THE BRAKE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO REACH THE BRAKE. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE ISSUE IF NEEDED. *TR
  • • WHILE DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY, I NEEDED THE BRAKES TO BE APPLIED VERY RAPIDLY AS A VEHICLE CUT ME OFF AND IMMEDIATELY SLAMMED ON THEIR BRAKES. UPON MY FULL AND RAPID PRESSING OF THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM BRAKING DID NOT APPEAR TO APPLY AS ON PREVIOUSLY VEHICL
  • • I PURCHASED A 2014 LEXUS IS 350 F SPORT FROM FORT WORTH BROTHERS, LLC/ALFA ROMEO FIAT IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS ON JULY 20, 2018. I NOTICED THE NEXT DAY WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THAT WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THERE IS A "RUMBLING/GRINDING" NOISE AND THE CAR WAS HARD TO STOP. I WENT BACK
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“WHEN I TRY TO STOP MY VEHICLE, THE FLOOR MAY GETS STUCK ON TOP OF THE BRAKE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO REACH THE BRAKE. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE ISSUE IF NEEDED. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP13/01/2020

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 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Lexus IS 350

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,182
Per month
$182
Per mile
18.2¢
MPG
22
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$2,527/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Lexus IS 350

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,971
Full coverage / month
$164
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+18%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.92x
= Full coverage estimate$1971

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Lexus IS 350 Service Intervals

Oil change
10K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
5K mi
Brake fluid
30 months
Transmission fluid
60K mi
Engine coolant
100K mi
Spark plugs
120K mi
Cabin air filter
30K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
60K mi

Toyota Motor Corporation-recommended 10K interval with 0W-20 synthetic. Hybrid models use conventional service intervals; battery is 10-year warranty.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Lexus New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 50K mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
10 yr / 150K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
6 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids

These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2014 IS 350, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Lexus dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
VISIBILITY(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 15 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ☐
    BRAKES: WHEN I TRY TO STOP MY VEHICLE, THE FLOOR MAY GETS STUCK ON TOP OF THE BRAKE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO REACH THE BRAKE. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE ISSUE IF NEEDED. *TR

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    FUEL SYSTEM: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS IS 350. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT NOTICED A SULFUR ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HENNESSY LEXUS OF ATLANTA (5955 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD, ATLANTA, GA 30341 (770) 457-6800) WHERE I

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    OTHER: I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2014 IS 350 F SPORT ON AUGUST 29, 2014. ON OR ABOUT SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 AS I WAS DRIVING HOME, SOMETHING HIT MY WINDSHIELD AND WITHIN 24 HOURS THE CRACK HAD SPREAD DEMANDING REPLACEMENT. I PAID $1800. TO REPLACE WITH LEXUS CERTIFIED WINDSHIELD AROUND THE 1ST OF OCTOBER. ON OCTOBE

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    STEERING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS IS 350. WHILE MAKING LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED FOR A SECOND WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT OVER THE PAST TWO YEARS. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REP

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Lexus dealer
  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Lexus IS 350 — Year Comparison

How does 2014 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2014
15Below Average
2011
8Excellent Reliability
2010
11Average
Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
15
Recalls
1
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
1
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
11

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