2020 Lexus IS350

Introduction:

The 2020 Lexus IS350 is a luxury sport sedan equipped with a responsive V6 engine, delivering 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. It offers a smooth and engaging driving experience, with available all-wheel drive for enhanced traction. However, the IS350 has encountered some issues that owners have reported.

Engine

3.5L V6

• Cylinder Head Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking coolant, overheating, white exhaust smoke.
  • Solution: Replacing the cylinder head gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+.
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Unusual engine noise, check engine light.
  • Solution: Replacing the timing chain tensioner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+.
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

• Delayed Gear Engagement:
  • Description/Symptoms: Hesitation or delay when shifting gears.
  • Solution: Software update, transmission fluid change.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500.
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Strut Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Excessive noise, clunking, decreased handling.
  • Solution: Replacing the front suspension struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $700 - $1,200+.
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Suspension Bushing Wear:
  • Description/Symptoms: Squeaking, wobbling, decreased stability.
  • Solution: Replacing worn bushings.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600.
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Discharge:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting the car, electrical system malfunctions.
  • Solution: Diagnosing and replacing the defective battery or charging system component.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+.
  • Recalls: None Found
• Headlight Malfunction:
  • Description/Symptoms: Flickering or failing headlights.
  • Solution: Replacing the affected headlight components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+.
  • Recalls: NHTSA Recalls #20V495000, #21V296000

Exterior

• Sunroof Leak:
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaking into the cabin through the sunroof.
  • Solution: Replacing or repairing the sunroof seals.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+.
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Creaking:
  • Description/Symptoms: Persistent creaking noises from the dashboard.
  • Solution: Applying lubricant or replacing the affected dashboard components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+.
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary:

The 2020 Lexus IS350 has experienced a range of issues affecting various components, including the engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, exterior, and interior. Some of the issues, such as cylinder head gasket failure and timing chain tensioner failure, can be significant and costly to repair. However, other issues, like delayed gear engagement and suspension bushing wear, are generally less severe and less expensive to address.