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2018 Lexus IS Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2018 Lexus IS with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the engine & cooling (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2017 has 11 and the 2019 has 2.
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BFewer problems than a typical IS year, for its age
#266 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Lexus IS problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 2018 Lexus IS
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2018 Lexus IS. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 2018 Lexus IS
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
All four (4) door actuators stopped working or work intermittently. This is a known issue with both front and rear driver and passenger doors. Automobile doors will not open.
Sunroof suddenly exploded while driving on highway, no debris or accident happened. Spontaneous sunroof glass shatter
Lexus IS: every year compared
All IS years2018 Lexus IS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Lexus IS | 3 | 0 | B | |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 131 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Genesis G80 | 100 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Acura TLX | 98 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series | 81 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 68 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A4 | 43 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Infiniti Q50 | 43 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Lexus IS
Does the 2018 Lexus IS have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2018 Lexus IS right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lexus IS?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Lexus IS had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 15, 2024 and the latest on November 27, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Lexus IS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 62 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Lexus IS year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lexus IS years have the most complaints?
2014 (12), 2017 (11), 2015 (9). See every Lexus IS year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Lexus IS has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data