Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Lexus IS
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2011 Lexus IS, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 12 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 7 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Seats 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Lexus IS exhibits an average reliability profile with issues largely limited to airbag recalls. Owner complaints are few, with airbags being most prevalent.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| airbags | 50,000–80,000 miles | $200–$600 | very common |
| engine | 90,000–120,000 miles | $1,000–$2,500 | occasional |
| steering | 70,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake pad inspection and replacement
- Coolant flush every 30,000 miles
- Transmission service every 60,000 miles
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Timing belt replacement at 90,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Airbag warning light
- Engine knocking sounds
- Steering wheel vibrations
- Uneven tire wear
- Delayed acceleration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Lexus IS at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.