Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2016 Lexus IS200T peaked in 2017, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2016 Lexus IS200T
Sedan, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Mar 21, 2017 to Nov 14, 2022.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints9Below the median 2016 sedan
Severity index0.02016 sedans average 7.1
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
44% of complaints about the 2016 Lexus IS200T name brakes
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2016 Lexus IS200T
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2016 Lexus IS200T
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
9 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Nov 14, 2022Failure Aug 5, 2021Coral Springs, FLTires
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.
NHTSA complaint 11493524 - Filed Sep 27, 2022Failure Jul 1, 2022132,000 milesKissimmee, FLElectrical 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 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.
NHTSA complaint 11486598 - Filed Feb 2, 2021Failure Jan 6, 202151,000 milesTucson, AZExterior 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 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.
NHTSA complaint 11391139 - Filed Jan 15, 2021Failure Jul 1, 2020Hutto, TXService 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.
NHTSA complaint 11388322 - Filed Oct 26, 2020Failure Jun 1, 202059,000 milesCaryville, TNBody, Unknown or other
CLEAR COAT CHIPPING LEADING TO PAINT CHIPS AND FADING COLOR OF PAINT
NHTSA complaint 11366534 - Filed Feb 12, 2018Failure Feb 1, 201832,000 milesSAN Francisco, CAEngine, 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.
NHTSA complaint 11072341 - Filed Jan 26, 2018Failure Jan 19, 20189 milesHoustn, TXUnknown 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.
NHTSA complaint 11065039 - Filed Jul 19, 2017Failure Jul 19, 201727,000 milesFort Laudedale, FLElectrical 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 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
NHTSA complaint 11006378 - Filed Mar 21, 2017Failure Nov 21, 2016900 milesBeverly Hills, CAService 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.
NHTSA complaint 10967530
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- EA21002 Engineering analysis, Airbags
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Opened Sep 17, 2021, still open
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
138 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- KLG Technical In Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022 - KLG Dealer Packa Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022 - 19LE05 Technical Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022 - 19LE05 Dealer Pa Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022. - Safety Recall 22 Apr 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 - L-SB-0004-22 Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 servi… - L-SB-0002-22 Jan 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 … - Lexus PRO19-02 - Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: 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 i… - LSB003415 Aug 5, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Floor Mat Installation During PDS - LSB003315 Aug 5, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Position before New Vehicle Delivery - LSB003115 Jul 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines - LSB003015 Jul 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
XM Actvation Confirmation during PDS - LSB002015 Jun 29, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles. - LSB001416 Mar 17, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Leather Care Best Practices. - LSB000816 Feb 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Battery Maintenance During PDS - LSB000516 Jan 20, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattle Noise From Rear of Vehicle - L-SB-0046-21 Nov 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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… - L-TT-0303-21 Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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. - Lexus PRO21-UFRM May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL - L-TT-0221-17Rev1 Mar 22, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints. - GLD-60116 Jun 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety connect system disabled. - Lexus Safety Re Mar 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - L-SB-0007-21 Mar 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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… - L-TT-0281-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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 f… - L-SB-0001-21 Rev Feb 11, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 vehic… - L-SB-0001-21 Jan 11, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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… - L-SB-0039-20 Oct 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. - KLG_19LE05-TI-Up Aug 24, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE - L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 acco… - L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 acco… - L-SB-0023-20 Jun 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 ent… - Lexus Safety Re May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - L-SB-0179-17 Obs Apr 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates - L-SB-0008-20 Apr 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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 9… - L-TT-0284-20 Mar 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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 rad… - L-TT-0254-18 Mar 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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 guid… - L-TT-0282-20 Mar 19, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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. - L-SB-0034-18_Rev Mar 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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. - L-SB-0008-19_Rev Mar 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 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, high… - L-TT-0281-20 Mar 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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 … - L-SB-0060-13 Obs Feb 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20. - KLG_Dealer Packa Dec 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG. The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equip… - KLG_Area Letter_ Sep 12, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect programm… - 19LE05 - Dealer Oct 17, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect progra… - 19LE05 - Area Le Oct 17, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect programmi… - 19LE05 - Region Oct 17, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Region Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect program… - L-TT-0221-17_Rev Oct 11, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: 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 func… - KLG - Dealer Pac Oct 2, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer Package: 10/02/19 KLG: Vehicle applicability for remedy in relation to Safety Connect Subscription. The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Posit… - L-TT-0257-19 Feb 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some models are equipped with front and rear wheels of different offsets or width. Wheel offset, defined as the distance between the wheel?s centerline and the wheel-to-rotor mounting surface, affects the clearance between the back of the wheel and surr… - L-TT-0193-15 Dec 17, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: TMS has discovered the current engine active test ?Control the Injection Mode? is not operating as desired when controlling the direct injectors manually on 2GR-FKS or 8AR-FTS engines. When direct injection is started and then stopped using the active … - L-TT-0127-13 Rev Dec 15, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Navigation microSD card reads an error when missing or swapped from another vehicle. - L-TT-250-18 Sep 27, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. - L-TT-0222-17 Apr 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. During A/C service, moisture ent… - L-SB-0120-17 Apr 10, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. This can cause the door lock to be inoper… - L-TT-0182-15 Apr 4, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display. - L-TT-0179-15 Rev May 6, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: After the DCM has been replaced, Lexus Enform Remote is unable to remote unlock/lock the doors or remote start the vehicle. - L-TT-0202-16 May 6, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some customers may experience difficulty programming HomeLink. - L-TT-0179-15 May 13, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: After the DCM has been replaced, Lexus Enform Remote is unable to remote unlock/lock the doors or remote start the vehicle. - L-SB-0042-15 Aug 31, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), rein… - L-SB-0040-15 Aug 31, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2016 model year IS 200t/300/350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. For states that require a front license plate, install the bracke…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.