2010 Lexus Hs Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Lexus Hs.

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Complaints
78
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2010 Lexus Hs Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:131,356 mi
#214 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:3,282 mi
Crash-related:2
#36 complaints

Service Brakes, Electric

Avg mileage:2,229 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Lexus Hs.

Brakes
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
131,356
Hydraulic Brakes
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
3,282
Service Brakes, Electric
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,229
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Lexus Hs

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~253,410 vehicles.

13V235000Brakes
~87,060 affected

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.

10V285000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage
~17,801 affected

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 HS250h LEXUS VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ROTATED FOLLOWING A CRASH TEST AS REQUIRED, THE AMOUNT OF FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDED THE ALLOWABLE LIMITS.

10V039000Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module
~148,549 affected

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS AND LEXUS HS250H PASSENGER VEHICLES. CUSTOMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED INCONSISTENT BRAKE FEEL AFTER ABS ACTUATION DURING SLOW AND STEADY APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES ON ROUGH OR SLICK ROAD SURFACES. STOPPING DISTANCES MAY BE INCREASED COMPARED WITH A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION FOR A GIVEN PEDAL FORCE.

2010 Lexus Hs — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2010 Lexus Hs reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Lexus Hs has 78 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Lexus Hs?
Top reported problems: Brakes (19 complaints, avg 131,356 mi); Hydraulic Brakes (14 complaints, avg 3,282 mi); Service Brakes, Electric (6 complaints, avg 2,229 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Lexus Hs?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 65,515 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Lexus Hs?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Lexus Hs include 6 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Lexus Hs have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 253,410 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Lexus Hs?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Hs reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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