Model year guide

2012 Lexus IS F

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Lexus IS F is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2012 Lexus IS F at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints15
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$40,969

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Lexus IS F recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V005000 · 09/01/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" T…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V006000 · 09/01/2017

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands …

Fix: Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota cus…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Lexus IS F common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2012 Lexus IS F MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2012 Lexus IS F worth?

Low
$38,500
Typical price
$40,969
High
$44,200

From 8 comparable 2012 Lexus IS F listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Lexus IS F costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$18,700
Total$41,450
Per mile$0.55

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($40,969) with the same model 4 model-years older ($26,012), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Lexus IS F trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl

2012 Lexus IS F vehicles on record

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2012 Lexus IS F — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Lexus IS F have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 Lexus IS F. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lexus IS F?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, visibility/wiper.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Lexus IS F get?

The 2012 Lexus IS F has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2012 Lexus IS F worth?

Comparable 2012 Lexus IS F listings run roughly $38,500–$44,200, typically around $40,969 (from 8 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.