NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lexus IS 300 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 scores 95 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 AWD earns an Exceptional rating in the NHTSA Safety Index, scoring 95 out of 100. This strong performance is underpinned by a clean recall record and robust NHTSA crash-test results. The model achieves full credit for its standard avoidance technology, presenting a compelling safety profile based on federal data.
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 AWD received a 5-out-of-5 overall NHTSA crash-test rating and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Lexus IS 300 ranks 19 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 95 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 19 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Lexus IS 300?
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 AWD distinguishes itself with a flawless defect record: zero recall campaigns have been filed against it. This contributes to an overall Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year, precisely matching the 2021 model year. This consistent performance indicates no decline in crash protection or avoidance technology. The vehicle earned 65 out of 70 points in crash protection, limited by one frontal star that did not achieve a perfect 5. Its avoidance technology scored a maximum 10 out of 10. The perfect 20 out of 20 on its defect record, with no recalls reported for a vehicle now four years old, is a notable achievement. The five owner complaints on file report no pattern of severity, with no alleged crashes, fires, or injuries. Every measured safety dimension for this model year either excels or holds firm.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Lexus IS 300 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 AWD achieved a 5 out of 5 stars overall safety rating from NHTSA. While its side protection and rollover resistance both earned 5 stars, the latter with a 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result, its frontal crash protection received 4 out of 5 stars. This single category kept the vehicle from a perfect sweep across all evaluated crashworthiness areas.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16654
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Lexus IS 300 have any recalls?
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaigns have been opened.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Lexus IS 300?
NHTSA has received 5 unverified owner complaints for the 2022 IS 300. The alleged problem areas span Engine, Fuel and Propulsion System, Suspension, Power Train, Structure, and Service Brakes. None of the reports allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. These remain unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Lexus IS 300?
No recalls are currently on file for the 2022 IS 300, but new campaigns can be opened at any time. Prospective buyers should always run a specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool. Confirm that any remedy work has been completed by a franchised dealer.
- The 2022 IS 300 AWD is the only model year in the dataset to pair a 95/100 Safety Index with zero NHTSA recall campaigns, giving it a perfect 20/20 defect-record score.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test returned 4 out of 5 stars for this model year, the single rating that prevented a clean five-star sweep across all crash categories.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA - forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control - are standard equipment on this model year, earning full avoidance-tech credit.
- Five unverified owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year, touching Engine and Fuel and Propulsion System most frequently, with none alleging a crash, fire, injury, or death.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Lexus IS 300 places
The 2022 Lexus IS 300 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Lexus IS 300 safety questions
Was the 2022 Lexus IS 300 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Lexus IS 300, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Lexus IS 300 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Lexus IS 300 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus IS 300 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Lexus IS 300 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Lexus IS 300?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Lexus IS 300. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16654), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus IS 300 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 19 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.