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Lexus Is350 Safety
NHTSA safety across every Lexus Is350 model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Lexus Is350 we cover (2019 to 2019), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2019 at 95 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Lexus IS 350 is a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan competing in the entry-to-mid luxury segment alongside rivals from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. Aimed at driving enthusiasts who want premium refinement without sacrificing engagement, the IS 350 pairs a naturally aspirated V6 with a distinctly driver-focused character. Our coverage focuses on the 2019 model year, where the safety picture is notably strong.
The 2019 Lexus IS 350 registers a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in our Exceptional band for the model year. This score is supported by a nearly unblemished recall record: zero recalls were issued for the 2019 IS 350. This clean slate stands out in a market where many models face multiple federal safety actions. NHTSA crash testing produced strong results. The IS 350 achieved 5 out of 5 stars in both the side-impact and rollover categories. The rollover risk was also rated 5 out of 5 stars. The frontal crash test earned 4 out of 5 stars, preventing a perfect sweep of the star ratings. This 4-star frontal result represents solid protection, but it is the one area where the vehicle did not achieve the highest possible mark. Owner complaints remain minimal, with only one unverified complaint on file and no reported crashes, fires, or fatalities for the 2019 model year. Based on this data, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 presents one of the stronger safety profiles of its year.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the 2019 Lexus IS 350 for its engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics, strong V6 performance, and premium interior quality. Most acknowledge that the cabin and infotainment technology felt somewhat dated relative to German rivals at the time, but the driving experience and Lexus build quality are consistently cited as genuine strengths of the model.
- The 2019 IS 350 earned an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, supported by 5-star NHTSA ratings in both side-impact and rollover testing.
- The frontal crash rating came in at 4 out of 5 stars, which is a solid result but the one area where protection falls short of the otherwise dominant crash-test performance.
- The 2019 model year carries zero NHTSA recalls, a genuinely rare distinction in the modern automotive market and a meaningful data point for safety-conscious shoppers.
- Owner complaints total just one across our covered year, with no crashes, fires, or deaths reported. The complaint is unverified, and the volume is too low to indicate any systemic safety concern.