2008 LEXUS IS Fuelpropulsion System Problems
6 NHTSA complaints on file
Fuelpropulsion System Issues in the 2008 LEXUS IS
6 fuelpropulsion system complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 LEXUS IS. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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All Fuelpropulsion System Complaints
Vehicle: 2008 Lexus IS350 Issue: Excessive oil consumption and fuel/exhaust odor I am experiencing what I believe is excessive oil consumption with my 2008 Lexus IS350. I’ve had to regularly add oil between scheduled oil changes, and I’ve noticed that the oil level is frequently low with no external leaks visible. I’m concerned that this may indicate a known issue with piston rings or internal engine components. In addition to the oil issue, I have recently started smelling strong gas or exhaust fumes while the engine is running, especially at idle or when the car is warm. I am worried that this may be related to catalytic converter damage caused by prolonged oil burning. I believe this may pose both a safety risk and an environmental concern, especially if the catalytic converter is compromised. I have not yet received any recall notices or service bulletins related to this issue, but...
FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR SHORTED OUT INSIDE
THE CAR HAS EXTREMELY HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CYLINDER WALLS HAVE APPARENTLY PREMATURELY WORN DOWN DESPITE TIMELY OIL CHANGES AND MAINTENANCE. I AM HAVING TO PUT 2 QUARTS OF OIL FOR EVERY 1,000 MILES AT THIS POINT.
EVER SINCE I HAD THIS CAR, I ALWAYS HAD THE CONSTANT PROBLEM OF A WEIRD ENGINE SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS, IT OVERHEATS OUT OF NOWHERE CONSTANTLY AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE PAID OUT OF POCKET. IT WOULD SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ANYWHERE. THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE RECEIPTS. *TR
CONSTANT ENGINE REPAIRS OUT OF POCKET WITHIN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. I HAVE MORE RECEIPTS OTHER THAN THE ONES SHOWN
STRONG GAS ORDER IN CABIN WHEN STARTING CAR AFTER WARM. NO VISIBLE GAS LEAKS, BUT CAN SMELL UNDER HOOD. THERE HAS BEEN RECALLS FOR THIS. REPORT RECEIPT DATE: 2014-10-15 NHTSA CAMPAIGN: 14V647000 MANUFACTURE: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING THEY SAY THERE ARE NO RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE, LEXUS SAYS THEY COULD NOT SMELL THE GAS FUMES!
Other 2008 LEXUS IS Problem Areas
Unknown Or Other
24 complaints
Engine
22 complaints
Air Bags
20 complaints
Structure
13 complaints
Visibilitywiper
11 complaints
Structurebody
7 complaints
Electrical System
6 complaints
Power Train
5 complaints
Steering
4 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control
4 complaints
Exterior Lighting
3 complaints
Seat Belts
3 complaints
Equipment Adaptivemobility
2 complaints
Seats
2 complaints
Air Bagssidewindow
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Cooling
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasoline
1 complaint
Service Brakes
1 complaint
Service Brakes Electric
1 complaint
Structurebodydoor
1 complaint
Structureinterior Panelsdashboard
1 complaint
Structureinterior Panelsdoor
1 complaint
Suspension
1 complaint
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
1 complaint
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
1 complaint