2017 Lexus IS

I am unable to shut the engine off to pump fuel into the vehicle. The purge valve has been replaced, that maf sensor has been cleaned the leak detector pump has been changed. The vehicle will shut off and go into low power mode while driving on Highway, the idling is rough. The check engine light will not go off. The code is reading Po171.

Reported

Jul 2026

Incident date

Nov 2023

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

The vehicle is experiencing a failure of the dual-zone HVAC system where the passenger side consistently blows hot air while the driver side is set to cold. This indicates a failure of the HVAC blend door actuator (servo motor), which is a known issue for this model year. This failure poses a safety risk as it can prevent proper defrosting and defogging of the windshield during inclement weather, obstructing driver visibility. Also should note While driving, the vehicle becomes excessively loud and behaves as if it is stuck in the wrong gear, accompanied by a significant loss of engine power. An onboard diagnostic alert has indicated a malfunction in the electronic control of the engine throttle or automatic transmission. This 'limp mode' behavior creates a hazardous situation during highway driving or merging, as the vehicle cannot maintain speed or respond to throttle inputs, increasing the risk of a rear-end collision.

Reported

Mar 2026

Incident date

Mar 2026

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

I own a 2017 Lexus IS 200t that is experiencing fuel pump failure. Although I checked my VIN and confirmed there are no open recalls listed, the symptoms match the known fuel pump issues affecting other Lexus vehicles from similar model years. The only reason my vehicle is not included is because my VIN falls outside of the specific batch covered by the recall, even though 2016 and 2017 models share the same problem. Because I am experiencing the identical safety concerns reported in the recall—such as potential engine stalling and loss of power—I believe my vehicle should be considered part of the affected group. It is not safe or fair that some 2017 models are excluded based solely on VIN range when the defect clearly exists in other units as well. My vehicle is showing the same failure and should be eligible for the same repair or recall coverage. If you’d like, I can also format this as an email, a letter to Lexus corporate, or a service request message.

Reported

Dec 2025

Incident date

Dec 2025

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

I was driving my vehicle and then the entire car shut off going about 50 MPH causing the car to immediately stall. Nothing eventually worked making me have to push my car onto the side of the highway. Replaced the alternator and battery. Eventually got my car scanned and the issue I’m having is a fueling system problem. Did some research and my car 2017 IS350 f sport did eventually have that recall issue. The vehicle was not showing any problems before hand it just happened.

Reported

Mar 2025

Incident date

Mar 2025

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

I have been having problems with hard starts, rough idle, engine dying. My vehicle is experiencing all the same reported issues as a recall issued for a fuel pump on my make/model. My VIN however, is not covered under the recall. I've contacted Lexus and they said that if enough people complained that they could make this fall under the recall. It only has problems at idle and upon acceleration. Once a decent speed is reached, I have no problems. This is intermittent. I've also taken it to a Toyota dealership where they kept it for 2-3 days and could not figure out what the problem was, although they witnessed all the issues. I'm marking September as the date of the incident, but this has been ongoing since last year and currently giving issues.

Reported

Feb 2025

Incident date

Sep 2024

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

It was regular morning on memorial day and I had not used the car all weekend since I really dont drive unless it to and back from work. I started the engine like would any other day and the car began to shake out of nowhere. The check engine went off, the yield sign went off and the traction control went off. I thought maybe it was time to change my brakes because the dealership had recommended it. I changed my brakes and got new tires but the car still shook. I continued to drive like that to work because I had no choice it shaked mostly on idle and I drove like that for a few days on Friday as I was coming back from work on the freeway the car shook in the freeway as I exit out the freeway the car felt almost if I couldn't pick up an speed and I got extremely scared with the cars flying by. I decided not to drive and take it to a nearby mechanic I thought maybe the spark plugs or coils might be the issue but after 3 days in the shop and replacing spark plugs he confirmed it was the direct fuel pump and possibly the fuel injector....my car is only used to drive to and back from work and only has 58k miles. I believe this is a default manufacturer part and I need help recalling this particular part on my vehicle.

Reported

Jun 2024

Incident date

May 2024

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus IS 200t. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the rain, water leaked into the dashboard causing the headlights to fail. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and it was determined to be a manufacturing defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

Reported

Apr 2024

Incident date

Mar 2024

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

Odometer rolled back by Lexus of Orange in Jacksonville, FL. All parties involved have provided title paperwork, except Lexus of Orange in Jacksonville, FL.

Reported

Apr 2024

Incident date

Jun 2020

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

When driving on the highway for about 45 mins the steering will feel sticky or “lock up” and make changing lanes very hard. The steering wheel will be hard to move, and you have to “break free” which causes a very sharp lane change that you have to recorrect. This is not safe, others have reported the same issues on forums.

Reported

Nov 2023

Incident date

Apr 2022

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus IS350. The contact stated while exiting a parking lot, the traction control warning light illuminated, and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving to his residence. The contact took the vehicle to an unknown local dealer for maintenance service and made them aware of the failure. The dealer was unable to deactivate the traction control feature. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Reported

Dec 2022

Incident date

Dec 2021

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus IS200T. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, grinding noises were heard and the front driver side tire would jump. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer test drove the vehicle and diagnosed it with tire scrub. The vehicle was taken to another dealer Lexus of Seattle (20300 Hwy 99, Lynnwood, WA 98036), and diagnosed as tire scrub from suspension and tire friction with the geometry of the vehicle from manufacturing. The contact was informed by the dealer that the grinding noises were normal, and no correction was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not provide assistance since the contact had purchased the vehicle from a third party. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.

Reported

Sep 2021

Incident date

Sep 2021

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LEXUS IS200T. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RE-FUELING, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY START. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO PROPERLY SHIFT GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER LEXUS OF WESLEY CHAPEL LOCATED AT 5350 EAGLESTON BLVD, WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544 WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED SAME FAILURE LISTED IN THE RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT YET NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 54,000.

Reported

Mar 2021

Incident date

Mar 2021

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LEXUS IS200T. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED UPON DEPRESSING OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE PUSH TO START BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED MULTIPLE TIMES FOR THE VEHICLE TO OPERATE AS NEEDED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. AUTONATION TOYOTA CERRITOS (18700 STUDEBAKER RD, CERRITOS, CA 90703, (562) 802-4000) WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 58,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

Reported

Dec 2020

Incident date

Oct 2020

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

LEASED A BRAND NEW LEXUS 2017 IS200T F SPORT. HAD TO GET NEW BRAKE PADS ON THE FRONT AT 13K MILES AND THEN AGAIN AT 22K MILES. I DRIVE THE CAR ABOUT 10K MILES A YEAR ONLY FOR SHORT WORK AND SCHOOL COMMUTE. I HAVE NEVER RACED OR OVER USED THE BRAKES REAR BRAKE PADS ARE STILL ORIGINAL. .

Reported

Feb 2020

Incident date

Feb 2020

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

IN ONE CALENDAR YEAR ALL 4 TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED. ONE BLEW OUT COMPLETELY AND THE LAST ONE WORE OUT UNEVENLY FROM THE INSIDE. CAR HAS BEEN DESIGNED AROUND TIRES AND ARE TOO SMALL FOR THE RIMS CAUSING THEM TO WEAR UNEVENLY. NEGATIVE CAMBER MAY ALSO HAVE INFLUENCED THE WEAR. THE TIRE THAT BLEW OUT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY

Reported

Feb 2020

Incident date

Jan 2019

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

EPISODE 1: VEHICLE PURCHASED NEW IN JANUARY 2017. IN FEBRUARY 2017, WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH. NO FOREIGN OBJECT WAS SEEN OR HEARD HITTING WINDSHIELD. CLOSEST VEHICLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40-50 YARDS IN FRONT OF DAMAGED VEHICLE. EPISODE 2: SPRING 2019, WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH. SMALL OBJECT HEARD HITTING WINDSHIELD (NEVER SEEN). AGAIN, CLOSEST VEHICLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40-50 YARDS IN FRONT OF DAMAGED VEHICLE. EPISODE 3: JULY 2019, NO EVIDENCE OF WHEN OR HOW WINDSHIELD CRACKED. RETURNED TO CAR (COVERED PARKING GARAGE) TO FIND 8 INCH CRACK IN WINDSHIELD.

Reported

Jul 2019

Incident date

Jul 2019

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

SINCE THE PURCHASE OF THIS VEHICLE ON MARCH 25, 2017, TWO ALIGNMENTS HAVE BEEN DONE TO THIS VEHICLE. WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE CENTER THAT THIS KIND OF VEHICLE IN THIS PARTICULAR MODEL NEEDS ALIGNMENTS AT 5K MILES, THAT WOULD BE AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. I WAS NOT INFORM OF THIS INFORMATION. HAD I KNOWN THIS REQUIREMENT, I WOULD NOT HAVE PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE. ALSO, ACCORDING TO THE LEXUS MANUAL, IF THE STEERING WHEEL STEER TO THE LEFT AND/OR RIGHT IT IS NOT NORMAL AND RECOMMEND TO GET AN ALIGNMENT DONE. IN MY CASE, THE STEERING WHEEL SEEMS FIND BUT THE VEHICLE ACTUALLY MAKES LOUD NOISE, THE SOUND LIKE THE AIRPLANE ABOUT TO TAKE OFF OR ABOUT TO LAND THAT HOW LOUD IT WAS AND THAT'S WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE LEXUS SERVICE CENTER TO GET IT SERVICED. TO MY SURPRISED THAT THE INNER REAR TIRES WERE SO THIN COMPARING TO MIDDLE AND OUTER EDGES AND THAT IT REQUIRES ALL 4 TIRES TO BE REPLACED. BEAR IN MIND THAT I ONLY HAVE THIS CAR FOR LESS THEN TWO YEARS. NO ONE SEEMS TO HAVE AN ANSWER WHEN ASKED. GOT THE EXACT SAME RESPONSE THAT THIS TYPE OF CAR IS A "HIGH PERFORMANCE" VEHICLE THEREFORE IT WILL GO THROUGH TIRES. I AM SO SORRY TO SAY, BUT I HAVE OWN A BWM 325CI FOR 14 YEARS I ONLY NEED TO REPLACE ALL OF MY TIRES TWICE AND ALIGNMENTS TWICE AND CURRENTLY STILL RUNNING PERFECTLY FINE.

Reported

Mar 2019

Incident date

Feb 2019

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

SRS AIRBAG MALFUNCTION

Reported

Sep 2018

Incident date

Aug 2018

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

HAS THROWN A CODE ABOUT AIRBAGS. I ALSO HAVE ISSUES WITH AT TIMES THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. ATTACHED MULTIPLE PICTURES (DEPRESS BRAKE, BRAKE FLUID LOW)THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT SET ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. (RADAR CAN'T BE SET.) I DIDN'T GET A PICTURE I WAS DRIVING. I HAVE HAD A LOT OF ISSUES WITH MY CAR. WITHIN THE FIRST 5 MONTHS OF PURCHASING THE VEHICLE.

Reported

Jul 2018

Incident date

Jun 2017

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LEXUS IS200T. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLAMPS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEXUS OF SERRAMONTE (700 SERRAMONTE BLVD IN COLMA, CA), BUT THE FAILRE COULD NOT BE REPLICATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND RECOMMENDED THE CONTACT FILE FOR THE STATE LEMON LAW. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 320.

Reported

Sep 2017

Incident date

Aug 2017

Mileage

Not provided

Outcome flags

None reported