2006 Lexus IS vs 2008 Lexus IS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Lexus IS | 2008 Lexus IS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 143 | 102 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 37 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,000 mi | 84,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lexus IS | Lexus IS |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 43 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 21 |
| Engine | 16 | 22 |
| Visibility/wiper | 26 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 6 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2006 Lexus IS
2008 Lexus IS
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.