2013 Lexus IS Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 33%of 9 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,663miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2013 Lexus IS, 33% of the 9 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,663 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Valley plate leak due to the fact that toyota/Lexus utilized the improper sealant and used the improper amount, leading to the heat exchanger leaking coolant once the original, inadequate sealant begins to disentegrate. This could cause a condition where the engine could fail and someone could get hurt. Furthermore, all isfs will eventually have a cracked rh manifold on the #8 runner. This can cause a fire hazard in addition to carbon monoxide poisoning.”
NHTSA complaint #11321929, filed 2020-04, 75,137 miles“2013 Lexus IS 350C with approximately 56,000 miles experienced engine smoking on startup. The vehicle has been regularly maintained according to the manufacturer's recommended service schedule. The Lexus dealership diagnosed oil entering the combustion chamber and documented that the cylinder walls are scratched, allowing oil to pass the oil-control piston rings. Based on the internal engine damage, the Lexus dealer has recommended complete engine replacement. …”
NHTSA complaint #11755295, filed 2026-08Related service bulletins
- 11021730Jul 30, 2025Some 2016 – 2020 model year GS F, 2008 – 2014 model year IS F, 2022 – 2025 model year IS 500, 2018 – 2025 model year LC 500, 2021 – 2025 model year LC 500c, and 2015 – 2025 model…
- 10205359Aug 6, 2013Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
- 10205361Jul 25, 2013Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid System
- 10205360Jul 25, 2013Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid System
- 10205358Apr 10, 2013Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 20% |
| 2020 | 2 | 33% |
| 2017 | 2 | 18% |
| 2015 | 1 | 11% |
| 2014 | 3 | 25% |
| 2013 | 3 | 33% |
| 2012 | 1 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 13% |
| 2010 | 4 | 10% |
| 2009 | 3 | 8% |
| 2008 | 22 | 22% |
| 2007 | 6 | 5% |
| 2006 | 16 | 11% |
| 2003 | 3 | 25% |
Other parts of the 2013 Lexus IS
4 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Lexus IS
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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