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2016 Lexus Is 350: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2016 Lexus Is 350: 0 recalls, 2 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
2owner complaints
0mention a crash
22best combined mpg
2016 Lexus Is 350
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2016 Lexus Is 350 yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2016 Lexus Is 350.

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Speed control / throttle1
Forward collision avoidance1
Suspension1

What owners describe

The 2016 Lexus Is 350 has 2 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 15 Is 350 model years for complaints (well below the 14 average). Neighboring years: 2015 (4 complaints, 1 recalls), 2017 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive192822Premium

FAQ

Does the 2016 Lexus Is 350 have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2016 Lexus Is 350. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2016 Lexus Is 350 problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (1), forward collision avoidance (1), suspension (1).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Lexus Is 350 get?

EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2016 Lexus Is 350 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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