2008 Lexus IS 350 vs 2008 Toyota Yaris
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Lexus IS 350 | 2008 Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 218 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 182 | 151 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 57,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lexus IS 350 | Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 107 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 22 |
| Structure | 7 | 10 |
| Suspension | 0 | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 12 |
| Steering | 3 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 17 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 11 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
2008 Lexus IS 350
2008 Toyota Yaris
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.