| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Lexus IS repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (1%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 67 repairs.
2008 Lexus IS engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (6%)
< $100 (61%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 121200 mi US $1 |
Radiator Leak Cooling fan replaced |
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 150000 mi US $1583 |
Exhausted rusted out |
| 24000 mi | There was too much noise when starting the car cold. The engine cam gears had to be changed. |
| 72000 mi | Water pump failure - caused power loss, fluids in bay and ground, and severe engine rattle |
| 50000 mi US $800 |
The problem was apparently a module that controls the drivers for the fuel injection system. $2200 was the original charge by the dealer. Corporate listened to my story and was willing to pay $1400. |
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 105000 mi US $1 |
Factory defect. They replaced all the pistons and valves! Awesome customer service. |
| 73100 mi US $600 |
Thermostat, water pump Engine rebuild |
| 95000 mi US $500 |
Tensioner pulley |
| 62000 mi | Vehicle was shaking during idle and having difficulty accelerating at low gears. Attempted OBDII read and battery replacement. Dealer determined a TSB was available that replaced all the engine pistons and piston seals |
| 58000 mi | Camshaft gear assembly needed to be replaced. It was causing a rattle because it would leak oil back into the oil pan and would not be lubricated properly on startup. |
| 39060 mi $1088 |
valve cover gasket replacement, ignition coils replacement, spark plug replacement, spark plug gasket replacements, air intake plenum gasket replacement. Add engine oil. |
2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan
204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 52300 mi | Replaced water pump. |
| 32000 mi | Code P0051, O2 Sensor replaced |
| 82000 mi US $500 |
Water pump making noise. Pump, thermostat, and belt replaced. |
| 95000 mi US $450 |
Center exhaust pipe cracked from rust. Damaged portion of pipe cut and replaced with new piece of pipe welded on. |
| 21000 mi | Bad oxygen sensor. |
| 43000 mi | Carbon buildup TSB. Second top clean under warranty. Vehicle towed to dealership after failing to start and throwing codes for random misfire. |
| 65080 mi | Water pump leaking, discovered during regular maintenance and replaced under warranty. |
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