2008 Lexus IS Lexus IS 2008

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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.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2008 Lexus IS.

2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan

204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

49600 mi Wheel lock was stripped so I could not remove any of the wheels. Dealer replaced at cost since the car should have come with a working wheel lock. 

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2008 Lexus IS 4dr Sedan

204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

27000 mi Right headlight got misaligned after hitting a pothole 
32000 mi one headlight was pointing too low after a pothole 

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2008 Lexus IS Other Problems

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