The contact owns a 2014 Lexus IS250. The contact stated that the rear tires of the vehicle were wearing out quickly. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on a different brand of tires that she had purchased including Pirelli and Continental tires. The contact also stated that the tires were only lasting for 3,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics who diagnosed that no issues were found, and the vehicle had a proper alignment. The contact stated that she had been purchasing rear tires of size: 255/35/R18 per manufacturer's instructions. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.
The worst 2014 Lexus IS 250 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical9
- Airbags8
- Suspension4
- Acceleration3
- Body3
Problems by type
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- Electrical9
- Airbags8
- Suspension4
- Acceleration3
- Body3
- Engine3
- Steering3
- Brakes2
- Fuel system2
- Seats1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2014 Lexus IS 250 285
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
- Ti: 19LE05
- DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Condition in which a musty smell is present
- This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire...
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a...
- DP: There is a possibility that the A/C servo motor(s) have an internal electrical malfunction which could...
- Pol: updates to the 2014-2021 lexus universal flat rate manual
2014 Lexus IS 250 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 |
What 2014 Lexus IS 250 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Headlights are not sealed properly and moisture in the air rusts the lightbulb and they have to replace the whole headlamp!
When parking the car at a shopping mall, the car suddenly accelerated and jumped the curb. It finally stopped when it hit a stopped bus. Two teenage passengers were in the vehicle. The driver does not believe the accelerator was pressed enough to cause the vehicle to accelerate in the manner it did.
Suspension, control arms, shocks, axels, etc. Aren't strong enough to hold the weight of the car, making the tires have a negative offset and cause extreme amounts of wear on far inside of the tire. The navigational screen conintues to shut off and then turn back on while driving. I find this a concern because it happens when I reverse as well
Amplifier is in a location where it gets damp and moisture ruin it.
Toyota has a recall on their fuel pumps and noticed my car was in the article. My fuel pump in my lexus is250 f sport has gone bad and I need to know if it's covered. I typed in my VIN number on this website but it's giving me information on a lexus is200t. My car was stationed and will not start up due to fuel pump
Sea airbags warning b1861 code happened while driving
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 lexus is250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.
Major fuel leak on 2 fuel injectors. Potential fire hazard could have happened if not towed to my local mechanic. Minor crash happened due to some headache. The vehicle has 90,300miles on it and was serviced per the manufacturer's recommendation. Based on research this is persistent with some lexus models.
My 2014 lexus is 250 currently does not have working locks. I had previously owned a 2010 lexus is 250 with issues with the locks. The actuator was changed and the car works for a minimal amount of time and then the actuator stops working again. It is very expensive to fix and the dealership wants $555 dollars to replace it per door. Currently no locks on my 2014 lexus work. The dealership wants over $2,200 dollars to replace the actuators. This is a safety issue. If my son were to unlock his door in the back and someone were to try to open his door I could not lock it to protect him. If I'm on the wrong side of town and someone tries to get in on the opposite side of my car where I cannot reach the lock, I'm in danger. This is a danger issue and a known issue for lexus, a recall needs to be done. We paid a lot of money for our cars and expect to at least be safe with locks.
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Questions about the 2014 Lexus IS 250
Is the 2014 Lexus IS 250 reliable?
Owners have filed 35 complaints about the 2014 Lexus IS 250, close to a typical IS 250 model year.
What is the 2014 Lexus IS 250 year score?
The 2014 Lexus IS 250 scores 71 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lexus IS 250: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lexus IS 250?
Electrical system, with 9 complaints. Next is airbags (8).
How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus IS 250 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Lexus IS 250 get?
Official estimates for the 2014 Lexus IS 250 range from 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 21 city and 30 highway.
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