2012 Lexus Is Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Lexus Is.

20112013
Complaints
23
per 10K Sold
7.7
US Sales
29,803
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2012 Lexus Is Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:23,000 mi
Crash-related:2
#22 complaints

Fuel System

#32 complaints

Brakes

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Lexus Is.

Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
23,000
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2012 Lexus Is — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2012 Lexus Is reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2012 Lexus Is has 23 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2012 Lexus Is?
Top reported problems: Airbags (7 complaints, avg 23,000 mi); Fuel System (2 complaints); Brakes (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2012 Lexus Is?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 23,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2012 Lexus Is?
NHTSA complaints for the 2012 Lexus Is include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2012 Lexus Is have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2012 Lexus Is as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2012 Lexus Is?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Is reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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