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2014 Lexus IS350CRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2014 Lexus IS350C. Most complaints involve engine (2) and fuel/propulsion system (1). The EPA rates it 22 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
22mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$3,500est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2014 Lexus IS350C as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2017 – Nov 2017
  1. Engine2
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1
  3. Electrical system1
  4. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each IS350C model year we’ve synced.

Only one model year synced so far.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

2 reports
“I TOOK THIS CAR TO THE LEXUS SO MANY TIME I AM GETTING A SULFATE SMELL FROM THE CAR WHEN EVER I TRY TO GO LITTLE BIT FAST IT'S MAKE NOT TO BREATH IN THE CAR A I ALMOST GOT CHOCK OF THE SMELL AND WHEN I WAS DRIVING TODAY WITH MY FAMILY IS HAVE TO PULL UP ON A HIGHWAYS EVERY ONE START THROUGH UP AND IT IS GETTING WORSE AND WORSE I TALK WITH LEXUS HEAD OFFICE NO ONE TRY TO HELP ME WITH THIS ISSUE AND THEY ARE TELLING ME THAT'S A GAS IF THAT'S A GAS I SHOULD BE COMING OUT FROM EVERY SINGLE CAR ON THE ROAD I AM GETTING THIS SMELL FROM AUGUST”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 15, 2017EngineODI 11046237

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
“LOUD ENGINE NOISE WHEN AT IDLE. DEALERSHIPS TOLD ME INJECTORS ARE LOUD ON ALL IS350 FSPORTS. NOISE IS RIDICULOUS AND CANNOT BE NORMAL. ITS HAD THE SAME NOISE SINCE WE PURCHASED WITH 20000MILES AND IT NOW HAS 57000 AND NOISE IS LOUDER.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 25, 2017Unknown or other, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11019576

Electrical system

1 report
“SUN ROOF NOT OPENING SOMETIMES. SUNROOF WANT OPEN WITH JUST A TOUCH OF BUTTON. WE HAVE TO HOLD BUTTON DOWN TO OPEN AND CLOSE.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 25, 2017Electrical systemODI 11019577
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Rear-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 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
IS 350 C
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192722$3,500402
  • IS 350 C
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 27 hwy · $3,500/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 Lexus IS350C as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 8784
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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.
09 —FAQ

2014 IS350C questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus IS350C have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2014 Lexus IS350C problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2), fuel/propulsion system (1), electrical system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Lexus IS350C get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Lexus IS350C at 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026