NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Lexus Is350 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Lexus Is350 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 2019 Lexus IS350 4DR RWD presents an exceptional safety profile, earning a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100. This places it firmly in the "Exceptional" band. A significant factor in this high rating is the complete absence of recalls on file with NHTSA, indicating a near-perfect defect record. This is complemented by strong crash-test results across all rated categories published by NHTSA.
The 2019 Lexus IS350 4DR RWD received a 5-out-of-5 overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Lexus Is350 ranks 17 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 | 17 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Lexus Is350?
The 2019 Lexus IS350 4DR RWD shows an exceptional safety profile, marked by a perfect recall record. No recall campaigns have been filed for this configuration. This contributes to a Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The defect record sub-score is 19.75 out of 20. Crash-test results from NHTSA show 5 out of 5 stars in the side impact and rollover categories. The rollover risk is 10 percent, among the lowest in its segment. The frontal crash test resulted in 4 out of 5 stars, which is the only area where the vehicle did not achieve the highest rating. The crash protection sub-score is 65 out of 70. Avoidance technology received a full 10 out of 10. Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are standard for this trim and year. The vehicle has one owner complaint on file, an unverified injury allegation under an unspecified component. This single report does not significantly impact the overall safety assessment for the 2019 model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Lexus Is350 perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2019 Lexus IS350 an overall 5 out of 5 stars. Side and rollover protection each earned the full 5 stars, with a notably low rollover risk of 10 percent and a dynamic tip result of No Tip. Frontal protection came in at 4 out of 5 stars, the one area that fell short of a perfect score.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13194
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Lexus Is350 have any recalls?
NHTSA records zero recall campaigns for the 2019 Lexus IS350 4DR RWD. There are no open safety campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this specific model year configuration. That clean recall slate directly supports the near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Lexus Is350?
NHTSA received one owner complaint for this model year. That single report falls under the category Unknown Or Other and alleges one injury. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA, not established facts, and the extremely low complaint volume is consistent with the vehicle's Exceptional Safety Index band.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Lexus Is350?
No recalls have been filed for the 2019 Lexus IS350. Prospective owners should verify this status by checking the specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to ensure no new campaigns have been initiated since the car's production and that all applicable remedies have been completed.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2019 Lexus IS350 4DR RWD, a key driver of its defect record sub-score of 19.75 out of 20 within the Safety Index.
- NHTSA's dynamic tip test returned a No Tip result for this model year, paired with a 10 percent rollover risk figure and a 5-star rollover star rating.
- The frontal crash protection result of 4 out of 5 stars is the only NHTSA category that did not reach the maximum, making it the single area of relative concern in an otherwise top-tier crash-test profile.
- Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all listed as standard equipment for this specific model year, earning the full avoidance technology sub-score of 10 out of 10.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Lexus Is350 places
The 2019 Lexus Is350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Lexus Is350 safety questions
Was the 2019 Lexus Is350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Lexus Is350, 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 2019 Lexus Is350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Lexus Is350 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 2019 Lexus Is350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Lexus Is350 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 2019 Lexus Is350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2019 Lexus Is350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13194), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus Is350 2019.
- 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 17 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.