Is the 2007 Lexus IS a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B+8.5/10
A solid choice if you prioritize reliability and comfort with a luxury touch, but be aware of potential issues with dashboard quality.
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Pros
- Smooth and comfortable ride
- High-quality interior finish
- Strong reliability reputation
Cons
- Limited rear seat space
- Relatively expensive parts
- Potential dashboard issues in hot climates
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
250,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Dashboard cracking or melting
- Transmission shifting harshness
- Premature brake wear
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2007 Lexus IS has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery (campaign 11V029000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Vehicle Speed Control — Accelerator Pedal — TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.…
- Engine And Engine Cooling — TOYOTA IS RECALLING 214,570 MY 2006-2008 LEXUS IS, MY 2006-2007 GS AND MY 2007-2008 LS PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM FUEL DELIVERY PIPES (FUEL RAILS). ETHANOL FUELS WITH A LOW MOISTURE CONTENT WILL CORRODE T…
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 LEXUS IS AND MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 LEXUS GS VEHICLES. DUE TO INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CONNECTED TO AN ENGINE FUEL DELIVERY PIPE WITH NICKEL PHOS…
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Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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