2008 Lexus IS Problems and Repair Histories
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Lexus IS
2008 Lexus ISs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2008 Lexus IS problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2008 Lexus IS problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2008 Lexus IS problems and repair histories that follow it.
Lexus IS Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2008 | Lexus IS | 26 ISs, 9.2 months of data per IS, average 37200 miles5 |
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2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Lexus IS in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 0 | Drivers side headlight out | |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Lexus IS in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 18000 | 0 | Leather seat on passenger side was beginning to crack. They attempted a re-dye earlier, which failed. They replaced seat cover as a courtesy (not under warranty) on return visit. Subwoofer replaced (known issue with ML Sub) |
| Mar | 2013 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lexus IS in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | Squeeky sound from when brakes were applied. It was due to mechanical problem with the shim kit in the brakes |
| Dec | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | There was too much noise when starting the car cold. The engine cam gears had to be changed. the dashboard was loose and made breaking noise on rough roads! The dashboard was glued again. |
| Jul | 2012 | 41000 | 0 | Front brake pads had worn out. They were repaced as part of warranty at around 20K miles. |
| Sep | 2012 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lexus IS in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 45000 | 0 | Driver side roof trim piece flew off of car on roadtrip. It caused the front pillar trim to pop off requiring it to be secured with tape! NOTE: This car has the original OEM windshield. |
| Mar | 2013 | 60000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Lexus IS in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Free 1 month/1000 mile checkup and personalized settings. Ground loop TSIB repair for audio jack in armrest. | |
| Oct | 2009 | 13700 | 665 | Replaced one front wheel, two front tires, due to road hazard. Four wheel alignment. All done at independent shop. - Recall check for driver side floor mat. Brake dust TSIB performed. 15k service. All done at dealer. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lexus IS in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | Persistent rattle since the car was new. Been to dealer total of 4 times without any success. Most recently blown off as I hear nothing; demanded another tech who throught he could fix it but could not. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Lexus IS in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | Right headlight got misaligned after hitting a pothole |
| May | 2011 | 32000 | 0 | Code P0051, O2 Sensor replaced one headlight was pointing too low after a pothole |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lexus IS in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | Squeak coming from dashboard |
| Jul | 2009 | 17000 | 0 | Squeak coming from center stack on dashboard. |
| Oct | 2009 | 21000 | 0 | Bad oxygen sensor. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Lexus IS in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Drip molding on side of roof. Rear of molding came loose. Dealer ordered new molding and replaced. |
| Jul | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | Corrosion on wheels - four wheels ordered and replaced in July under original warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Lexus IS in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 43000 | 0 | Carbon buildup TSB. Second top clean under warranty. Vehicle towed to dealership after failing to start and throwing codes for random misfire. |
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