2016 Lexus IS200T

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Service brakes4
2. Unknown or other2
3. Electrical system2
4. Structure1
5. Tires1
6. Wheels1
7. Engine1
8. Exterior lighting1

Latest complaints

• Nov 14, 2022FL
  Tires
  Tire size 225/45 R 14 Purchased four tires April 22, 2019 and had to replace one tire on August 5, 2021 due to not keeping air, which I wasn't told why. Then I was having the same problem with another tire and this time was shown what the tire looked like, which is splitting, separating on the…

  Tire size 225/45 R 14 Purchased four tires April 22, 2019 and had to replace one tire on August 5, 2021 due to not keeping air, which I wasn't told why. Then I was having the same problem with another tire and this time was shown what the tire looked like, which is splitting, separating on the inside wall. On October 23, 2022 ordered a new tire and had them check the remaining two tires and they were both splitting, separating on the inside wall as well, which I had to order two more tires October 27, 2022 and I still have plenty of tread left.

• Sep 27, 2022FL132,000 mi
  Electrical system
  The contact owns a 2016 Lexus IS200T. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, he noticed that the rear driver’s side speaker had water inside, causing an electrical short. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who stated…

  The contact owns a 2016 Lexus IS200T. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, he noticed that the rear driver’s side speaker had water inside, causing an electrical short. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who stated that the failure was caused by the body shop. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.

• Feb 2, 2021AZ51,000 mi
  Exterior lighting
  Passenger headlight led low beam stopped working at 3 yrs 11months post car purchase. Dealer replace headlamp assembly under warranty, led ecm also found not working with new headlamp assy. similarly the driver side high beam strted to fade and diagnostic from the dealer IS that it will need to…

  Passenger headlight led low beam stopped working at 3 yrs 11months post car purchase. Dealer replace headlamp assembly under warranty, led ecm also found not working with new headlamp assy. similarly the driver side high beam strted to fade and diagnostic from the dealer IS that it will need to be replaced. These headlamps assembly are completely sealed, which means that if the led fails the whole assembly needs to be replaced ( ~$1,100 ). My car IS about to get the second headlamp replaced , this time not under warranty.

• Jan 15, 2021TX
  Service brakes

  The brakes are squeaking really badly. I got them checked out and everything looked good, they said there was some dirt and rust in there so they cleaned that up. They stopped squeaking for a day but now doing it again. I see others here with the similar issue.

• Oct 26, 2020TN59,000 mi
  Structure › Body · Unknown or other

  Clear coat chipping leading to paint chips and fading color of paint

• Feb 12, 2018CA32,000 mi
  Engine · Service brakes

  The vehicle engine's has abnormal noise at idle and grinding noise due to the failure of vacuum regulator valves, it cost the vehicle losing power at anytime which can result drivers get into an accident. A recall should be issues due to high numbers of failures of the components.

• Jan 26, 2018TX9 mi
  Unknown or other

  Due to the cool weather in houston, texas. the sunroof glass IS cracked. I noticed it after the weather IS getting warmer & while I am driving it , I opened the sunroof window the glass broken of to pieces. this IS unsafe, the dealer said it's not defected, I know the answered ahead already.

• Jul 19, 2017FL27,000 mi
  Electrical system · Service brakes · Wheels
  Brought a lexus is200t in may 2016 6 months into having the car the ac and audio system completely went dead. Took it to the dealer they stated I had placed a coin in the radio hence the system shutting down I had to pay to replace everything. Then 2 months later the ac went again. Took it in at…

  Brought a lexus is200t in may 2016 6 months into having the car the ac and audio system completely went dead. Took it to the dealer they stated I had placed a coin in the radio hence the system shutting down I had to pay to replace everything. Then 2 months later the ac went again. Took it in at the one year mark the car needs tyres, brakes, trotle body, injectors and engine filters. However lexus refus to help in any way and I deed this to be unfair considering this car has such faults I replaced the tyres my self however they are not fixin the issues causing the tyres to go bad or issues mentioned. After one year brand new car I don't feel I should be having this much issue I deed this car to be a lemon. Im completely disgusted by lexus and would never buy another. the car also shut down in the middle of driving

• Mar 21, 2017CA900 mi
  Service brakes

  TL* the contact owns a 2016 lexus is200t. While driving at any speed, the contact heard squeaking sounds from the brakes when the brake pedal was depressed. The dealer stated that if the brakes were replaced, it would not resolve the issue due to the material used for the brake pads on the 2016 lexus f-sport models. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 900.

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

  EA21002Opened Sep 17, 2021Open
  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…

  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 www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, 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 nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10230353TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
• 10230352DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
• 10230351TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
• 10230350DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
• 10214355Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
• 10209023TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle for reassembly once the remediation has been completed. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This service bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 10207962TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring Diagram (EWD) and/or Repair Manual.
• 10207945POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
• 10205336Floor Mat Installation During PDS
• 10205335The Position before New Vehicle Delivery
• 10205334Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
• 10205333XM Actvation Confirmation during PDS
• 10205326Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles.
• 10205325Leather Care Best Practices.
• 10205314Battery Maintenance During PDS
• 10205309Rattle Noise From Rear of Vehicle
• 10204556TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation Procedure in this service bulletin in conjunction with the appropriate model and model year Repair Manual instructions when adjusting the millimeter wave radar sensor.
• 10202453TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environments.
• 10198149Pol: updates to the 2014-2021 lexus universal flat rate manual
• 10197471Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
• 10197433Safety connect system disabled.
• 10190468Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10190467TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t, 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t, 2018 ? 2019 model year GS 300, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS 300, NX 300, and RC 300 vehicles equipped with an 8AR-FTS engine may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?Cylinder Misfire ? P030000, P030027, P030085, P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400. ?Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance ? P11EA00, P11EC00, P11ED00, P11EE00, P11EF00, P219A00, P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00. Some vehicles may also enter limp mode, and the Multi-Informational Display (MID) will display the following message: ?reduced engine power ? take vehicle to nearest dealer.? This may be caused by cylinder compression pressure drop due to improper exhaust valve sealing from worn valve guides. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10190455TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or if they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
• 10188921TSB: Some 2013 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one of the following HVAC conditions. ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents. ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s). ?Improper MODE control function. Additionally, some vehicles may store one or more of the following HVAC servo Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). ?B1441 ? Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit (Front Passenger Side Lower Air Mix). ?B1442 ? Air Inlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1443 ? Air Outlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1446 ? Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit (Driver Side Lower Air Mix). ?B1447 ? Rear Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1448 ? Passenger Side Face Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1449 ? Rear Air Outlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1453 ? Driver Side Air Outlet Damper COOL Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1454 ? Passenger Side Air Outlet Damper COOL Control Servo Motor Circuit. ?B1455 ? Driver Side Air Outlet Damper FOOT/DEF Control Servo Motor Circuit. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10187279TSB: Some 2013 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one of the following HVAC conditions. ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s) ?Improper MODE control function Additionally, some vehicles may store one or more of the following HVAC servo Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). ?B1441 ? Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit (Front Passenger Side Lower Air Mix) ?B1442 ? Air Inlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1443 ? Air Outlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1446 ? Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit (Driver Side Lower Air Mix) ?B1447 ? Rear Air Mix Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1448 ? Passenger Side Face Servo Motor Circuit ?B1449 ? Rear Air Outlet Damper Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1453 ? Driver Side Air Outlet Damper COOL Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1454 ? Passenger Side Air Outlet Damper COOL Control Servo Motor Circuit ?B1455 ? Driver Side Air Outlet Damper FOOT/DEF Control Servo Motor Circuit Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10183269TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles.
• 10179782Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate
• 10179697TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
• 10179601TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
• 10177780TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this service bulletin before proceeding. This Service Bulletin provides best practice procedures for vehicle pulling complaint, diagnosis, and repair for 2002 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. This information supplements Repair Manual procedures when the symptoms are: ?Vehicle Pulling: The vehicle moves to the right or left when the driver holds the steering wheel while driving straight ahead without exerting steering effort. ?Steering Wheel Off Center: The vehicle travels straight, but the steering wheel is not pointed straight ahead. The vehicle is not pulling. Before repairing a vehicle pulling to one side, it is necessary to clearly identify the cause of the pulling condition. Frequently, pulling to one side is diagnosed as a wheel alignment concern. However, the actual cause may be related to the lateral force generated by the tires, vehicle damage, road crown or worn components. Performing a wheel alignment when tire force is the cause could result in the wheel alignment being set at a value outside of specifications. This could then cause other problems such as uneven tire wear, etc. A customer may notice a pull to the left when in the left lanes of travel and notice a pull to the right or no pull when traveling in the right lanes of travel on the very same section of roadway. This road crown effect is environmental and cannot be corrected with suspension adjustments or any other wheel or tire modification discussed in this bulletin.
• 10176283Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10174889TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
• 10174888TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003 93, and PG002-90. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1990 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
• 10173987TT: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle must be on a level surface. If a level surface is not available, this tech tip should be used in conjunction with the repair manual to set the angle of the front millimeter wave radar sensor and reflector height before performing beam axis adjustment.
• 10173986TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guidelines for evaluating A/C system components.
• 10173971TT: Some vehicles may continue to experience abnormal blend door noise when changing the HVAC temperature setting after the air conditioner radiator assembly (evaporator case) was replaced for the same condition.
• 10173803TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus AWD F Sport and non-F Sport model vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. For customers who find this characteristic objectionable, an updated shim kit is now available as a service part.
• 10173798TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year IS350, 2016 ? 2017 model year IS200t, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS300 may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. This is only applicable on 2WD F Sport vehicles. This condition may be present at city, highway, and/or parking lot speeds. For customers who find this characteristic objectionable, an updated front brake pad kit and shim kit are available.
• 10173793TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or if they have restored their phone data/settings recently.

Every Lexus IS200T model year

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