300KMile ratingKnown issues to check on the 2018 Lexus IS
One widely reported problem pattern applies to this model year. That does not mean this car has the fault — many were fixed under warranty or recall — but it is what to check, and what to ask the seller for, before you buy.
- Low-pressure fuel pumpWorth checking
A very large recall covers a Denso low-pressure fuel pump that can fail and stall the engine while driving.
What to check: Run the VIN through the manufacturer's recall lookup and confirm the fuel pump recall has been completed. It is a free fix, but it has to have been done.
Patterns are drawn from NHTSA recalls and complaints, manufacturer service bulletins and consistent owner reporting. Always confirm open recalls against the VIN and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
What owners of the 2018 IS say
Owner reviews for this exact model year are the fastest way to find out what breaks, what it costs to fix and whether the car lives up to the spec sheet.
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About this car
The Lexus IS is No. 14 on the Caboose longevity table: 17.5% of them reach 250,000 miles, against 5.4% of all vehicles. This 2018 Lexus IS 300 RWD is listed at $21,661, about $1,330 below the CarGurus expected market price of $22,991. It has 79,672 miles and comes in White Pearl. Power comes from a 241 hp 2L I4 with rear-wheel drive. It is offered by Nashville Toyota North in Madison, TN (franchise dealer).
Why it's a good buy
- 17.5% of Lexus ISs reach 250,000 miles — No. 14 of 52 on the Caboose table
- 120,328 miles of runway before 200,000
- 6% below market price ($1,330 savings)
- Below-average mileage for its age
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Adaptive Cruise Control
Features
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