2019 Lexus IS350Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2019 Lexus IS350. The EPA rates it 21–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Other / unknown1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8) · 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.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 350 Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,350 | 388 |
| IS 350 AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,700 | 412 |
- 23mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
Maintenance basics
| 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
2019 IS350 questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus IS350 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.
What are the most common 2019 Lexus IS350 problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are . Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2019 Lexus IS350 get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Lexus IS350 at 21–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2019 Lexus IS350?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Lexus IS350 5 out of 5 stars overall.