IS-F Wheel Pitting

Lexus is known for producing the most mechanically reliable vehicles today. The IS-F follows in the same path, with a very sturdy engine, but there are a few other aspects of the vehicle that need work. The brake pads on the IS-F emit showers of burning dust that can etch right into the rims. This is a major problem considering the pricetag on the IS-F wheels are well over $3,000. Many IS-F owners have discovered recently, gray matter in the corners between the spokes. This matter cannot be easily removed, but with some luck can be somewhat reduced with a claybar. The result of this brake dust are some really pitted wheels. Many IS-F owners have submitted complaints to their dealers and Lexus for this issue. The IS-F is a daily driven vehicle. People do not have the time to clean their wheels after every trip. Even if they were able to, it still would not stop the problem of the burning metallic dust. One option is to seal the wheels multiple times and then add a layer of wax. This is still not effective. So what can you do? You could replace the brake pads with ceramics. You could purchase different aftermarket wheels that will not collect as much brake dust. Or, you can wash your wheels every time you stop at the traffic light. This might become tedious, but Lexus seems to think it is reasonable. Many IS-F owners have claimed that their dealerships and Lexus have little knowledge on the wheel pitting issue and offer little to no support. Many have claimed that they will recondition the wheels for you once, but it is your responsibility after that to maintain the wheels. Some members on forums have even considered raising a class action lawsuit regarding the wheels. This is a bit extreme, and will most likely not occur.