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2015 Lexus IS250Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 16 owner complaints for the 2015 Lexus IS250. Most complaints involve electrical system (4) and air bags (3). The EPA rates it 23–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
23–24mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
16
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2015 Lexus IS250 as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
16 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2015 – May 2023
- Electrical system4
- Air bags3
- Structure1
- Wheels1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
- Suspension1
- Seats1
- Electronic stability control (esc)1
- Engine1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
4 reports
“The contact owns a 2015 Lexus IS250. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the radio was inoperable. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that electrical connections located in the trunk space were submerged in water. The cause of the water intrusion was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and advised the contact to schedule a service appointment. The contact was concerned that with the electrical connections submerged in water, it could cause a fire and safety hazard. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 69,000.”
Air bags
3 reports1 crash
“VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION HAD A DRIVER SIDE HIT, REALLY BAD AND REALLY HARD AND THE BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY”
Structure
1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 2.5L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,150 | 364 |
| IS 250 AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,250 | 391 |
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Lexus IS250 4 DR RWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Lexus IS250 4 DR AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.7%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2015 IS250 questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus IS250 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 11, 2026.
What are the most common 2015 Lexus IS250 problems?
Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (4), air bags (3), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2015 Lexus IS250 get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Lexus IS250 at 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2015 Lexus IS250?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Lexus IS250 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026