NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lexus IS 500
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Lexus IS 500 is a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan slotting into the competitive entry-to-mid luxury performance segment. Powered by a naturally aspirated V8, it targets driving enthusiasts who want genuine performance credentials alongside Lexus refinement. Offered from the 2022 model year onward, it competes against German and domestic sport sedans and appeals to buyers who prioritize engagement, build quality, and brand prestige in equal measure.
The 2022 Lexus IS 500 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally celebrate the IS 500 as a rare modern V8 sport sedan with visceral character and a rewarding driving experience that stands apart from turbocharged rivals. Most acknowledge that the platform carries some age but argue the powertrain and rear-wheel-drive dynamics compensate convincingly. Interior technology and infotainment responsiveness tend to draw the most criticism in professional assessments.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16619
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.