2.2

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
70,506 miles

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problem #6

Jun 222023

IS F

  • miles
Vehicle: 2008 Lexus IS350 Issue: Excessive oil consumption and fuel/exhaust odor I am experiencing what I believe is excessive oil consumption with my 2008 Lexus IS350. I-??ve had to regularly add oil between scheduled oil changes, and I-??ve noticed that the oil level is frequently low with no external leaks visible. I-??m concerned that this may indicate a known issue with piston rings or internal engine components. In addition to the oil issue, I have recently started smelling strong gas or exhaust fumes while the engine is running, especially at idle or when the car is warm. I am worried that this may be related to catalytic converter damage caused by prolonged oil burning. I believe this may pose both a safety risk and an environmental concern, especially if the catalytic converter is compromised. I have not yet received any recall notices or service bulletins related to this issue, but I am aware that similar Toyota and Lexus models have had oil consumption problems tied to engine design.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

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problem #5

Feb 212021

IS F

  • 151,037 miles
Fuel pressure sensor shorted out inside

- Bryant, AR, USA

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problem #4

Jan 082020

IS F

  • miles
The car has extremely high oil consumption. The cylinder walls have apparently prematurely worn down despite timely oil changes and maintenance. I am having to put 2 quarts of oil for every 1,000 miles at this point.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

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problem #3

Dec 012019

IS F 6-cyl

  • 150,000 miles
Ever since I had this car, I always had the constant problem of a weird engine smell of rotten eggs, it overheats out of nowhere constantly after multiple repairs and maintenance paid out of pocket. It would shut off while driving anywhere. These are just some of the receipts.

- West Hills, CA, USA

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problem #2

Jul 132019

IS F

  • miles
Constant engine repairs out of pocket within a short period of time. I have more receipts other than the ones shown

- Canoga Park, CA, USA

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problem #1

Oct 082017

IS F

  • 122,000 miles
Strong gas order in cabin when starting car after warm. No visible gas leaks, but can smell under hood. There has been recalls for this. Report receipt date: 2014-10-15 NHTSA campaign: 14V647000 manufacture: Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing they say there are no recalls on my vehicle, Lexus says they could not smell the gas fumes!

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

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