NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Lexus IS 350 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 scores 95 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
An exceptional safety profile defines the 2025 Lexus IS 350 AWD. The model year achieved a perfect overall NHTSA crash rating, and the brand has recorded zero recalls for this vehicle. With only a single owner complaint on file, its NHTSA Safety Index stands at 95 out of 100, placing it firmly in our "Exceptional" band.
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 AWD received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Lexus IS 350 ranks 30 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 30 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Lexus IS 350?
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 AWD holds its Safety Index at 95/100, matching the 2024 model year exactly and sustaining the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year. That stability is not stagnation: it reflects a near-perfect defect record score of 19.75 out of 20, which is only possible when a model year carries zero recalls and minimal complaint volume. The crash-protection sub-score of 65 out of 70 aligns with NHTSA's five-star overall rating, though the four-star frontal result keeps that sub-score from reaching its ceiling. The avoidance-tech score is a perfect 10 out of 10, supported by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment. The single reported structural complaint with an alleged injury is worth monitoring, but one report in a model year is statistically sparse. The overall picture for this specific model year is a vehicle that entered the used market with a clean federal recall sheet and top-tier crash-test performance.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Lexus IS 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 AWD received a five out of five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side impact and rollover protection each achieved five stars, with rollover risk measured at ten percent and a dynamic no-tip result. Frontal crash protection was rated at four out of five stars, the only category to not earn the top score.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20226
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Lexus IS 350 have any recalls?
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 AWD has 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, as campaigns can be added after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Lexus IS 350?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for this model year. That single unverified allegation involves the vehicle structure and reportedly includes one injury. No crashes or fires are alleged. One complaint is a very thin data set, and these are unverified consumer reports, not established findings.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Lexus IS 350?
Because this vehicle is approximately one year old, additional recall campaigns could be issued. Before purchase, consult NHTSA's recall database using the vehicle's VIN to confirm all open recalls have been addressed and any new campaigns completed.
- The 2025 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that directly supports its near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test produced a four-star result, the only rating below five stars across all tested categories for this model year, and the factor that keeps the crash-protection sub-score from a perfect 70 out of 70.
- The Safety Index of 95/100 is unchanged from the 2024 model year, confirming that this Exceptional-band standing was not a one-year anomaly but a sustained federal-data result.
- Only one unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, alleging a structural issue with one reported injury, making the complaint dataset too limited to identify any pattern.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Lexus IS 350 places
The 2025 Lexus IS 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Lexus IS 350 safety questions
Was the 2025 Lexus IS 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Lexus IS 350, 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 2025 Lexus IS 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Lexus IS 350 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 2025 Lexus IS 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Lexus IS 350 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 2025 Lexus IS 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2025 Lexus IS 350. 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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Rivals in Sedan (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20226), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus IS 350 2025.
- 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 30 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- 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.