NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Lexus IS 500 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 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
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 enters the market with a notable absence of recalls, a rare distinction for a new model year. This unblemished record contributes significantly to its NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, which places the vehicle firmly within the Exceptional band. The published federal data indicates a highly robust safety profile.
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 received a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall records.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Lexus IS 500 ranks 25 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| 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 | 25 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lexus IS 500?
For 2024, the Lexus IS 500 maintains an exceptional safety profile, marked by a defect record free of recalls and registering a single unverified complaint. This allowed the model to achieve a perfect 20/20 in its defect record sub-score, a noteworthy accomplishment as vehicles transition into subsequent model years. The overall Safety Index stands at 95/100, matching the 2023 model year. Crash protection ratings contributed 65 of a possible 70 points, limited only by a four-star rating in frontal impact tests. In all other evaluated categories, the vehicle performed at the highest level. Avoidance technology garnered a perfect 10/10, supported by standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. No park-outside or do-not-drive directives have been issued for this model year. The 2024 IS 500 demonstrates consistent high-level performance across all federal safety data parameters.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Lexus IS 500 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 achieved an overall five-star safety rating from NHTSA, matching the highest possible score. This strong performance was supported by five-star ratings in both side impact and rollover protection. While frontal protection earned a commendable four out of five stars, it was the single category to not reach the top rating. The risk of rollover was ten percent, with the dynamic tip test recording no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19405
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lexus IS 500 have any recalls?
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database before purchase, as records can be updated after any vehicle changes hands.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lexus IS 500?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2024 Lexus IS 500, filed under the Visibility component category. That single report alleged no crashes, no fires, no injuries, and no deaths. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts, and one report is an exceptionally low complaint volume for any model year.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lexus IS 500?
As of this report, the 2024 IS 500 has no open recalls. Buyers should always use NHTSA's VIN lookup tool to verify current recall status before purchase, as this can change. It is also prudent to confirm that any remedies for recalls issued on prior IS generations do not retroactively apply to the 2024 model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2024 Lexus IS 500 specifically, a distinction that sets this model year apart from many competitors in the same segment.
- The frontal crash-test result of four out of five stars is the one area where the 2024 IS 500 did not reach the top NHTSA score, while side and rollover protection both achieved five stars.
- The Safety Index held at 95/100 from 2023 to 2024 with a perfect avoidance-tech sub-score of 10/10, reflecting standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control on this model year.
- Only one unverified owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, categorized under Visibility, with zero alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to that report.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Lexus IS 500 places
The 2024 Lexus IS 500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Lexus IS 500 safety questions
Was the 2024 Lexus IS 500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Lexus IS 500, 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 2024 Lexus IS 500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Lexus IS 500 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 2024 Lexus IS 500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Lexus IS 500 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 2024 Lexus IS 500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2024 Lexus IS 500. 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 (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19405), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus IS 500 2024.
- 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 25 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- 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.