2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid: 4 recalls, 76 owner complaints.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #12V373000 · 2012 · 780,584 vehicles
What's wrong: If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) May develop unwanted movement and rust, leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Why it matters: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear tie-rod nut for looseness and replace any suspect tie-rod found loose. Dealers will also affix instructions in multiple places to prevent improper servicing in the future. The recall began on November 30, 2012.
Suspension Vehicle recall #13V383000 · 2013 · 780,584 vehicles
What's wrong: If the nuts for adjusting the rear wheel alignment are improperly tightened during service, the rear suspension arm (rear tie rod) May develop unwanted movement and rust leading to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the rear tie rod will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Why it matters: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rods and replace any that have rust or corrosion on the alignment adjustment threads. All of the rear tie rods will then be encased in an epoxy to prevent future environmental damage. Due to limitations in parts, the recall remedy will be…
Suspension Vehicle recall #16V596000 · 2016 · 337,449 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have rear suspension arms (rear tie rods) with adjusting lock nuts that May have been improperly tightened after servicing. As a result of being loose, the arm May have thread damage and May rust, possibly leading to the failure of the arm and an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Why it matters: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear suspension arms and encapsulate the locknuts, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016.
Electrical Vehicle recall #17V619000 · 2017 · 18,130 vehicles
What's wrong: A component within the hybrid transaxle assembly May short circuit and result in a reduction or a complete loss of available power for moving the vehicle.
Why it matters: A complete loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lexus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (30): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (20): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (7), warning light on (6).
- Electrical (15): the most common themes are electrical failure (9), warning light on (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Stability control (6): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
The 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid has 76 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 2 Hs 250 Hybrid model years for complaints (1.9× the average Hs 250 Hybrid year). Complaints peaked in 2017 (23 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 78,950 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (3 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (30), brakes (20), electrical (15).
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