NHTSA lists 76 complaints for the 2010 Lexus HS 250 Hybrid, 9 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 3 complaints mention an injury, with 5 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as LEXUS HS 250 HYBRID.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2017-10-04. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010 Lexus HS 250h Hybrid vehicles. 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.
Consequence: A complete loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lexus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2017. Owners may contact 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is HLE.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2016-08-12. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2005, to September 7, 2010, and 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured July 6, 2009, to August 26, 2010. The affected vehicles have rear suspension arms (rear tie rods) with adjusting lock nuts that may have been improperly tightened after servicing. As a res (excerpt)
Consequence: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are G0V for Toyota vehicles and GLK for Lexus vehicles. Note: This recall supersedes recall 13V-383, in which some vehicles were only insp (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-08-28. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. 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 (excerpt)
Consequence: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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 launched in phases from September 2013 through mid-April 2014. All owners will receive notificatio (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-08-02. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 RAV4 and 2010 Lexus HS250h passenger vehicles manufactured from October 2005 through September 2010. 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 ti (excerpt)
Consequence: Failure of the rear tie rod could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
229 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 111 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 56 |
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| ENGINE | 23 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 22 |
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| VISIBILITY | 12 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 11 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 10 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 9 |
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10236185
Date: 2023-04-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
DL: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership experience. Lexus is providing coverage for repairs in the subject vehicles related
10234306
Date: 2023-03-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE.
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2012 model year HS 250h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning lights are on and/or a Check VSC message displays. One or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) C1391, C1252, C1256, and/or C1253 will be stored in the vehicle?s memory
10234307
Date: 2023-03-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership experience. Lexus is providing coverage for repairs in the subject vehicles related
10213903
Date: 2022-05-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing the rescue charge. The GRX-5100 should be used wherever the Repair Man
10214355
Date: 2022-04-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
10209023
Date: 2022-02-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: AIR BAGS.
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guideline
10207945
Date: 2022-01-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, TIRES, WHEELS.
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information o
10204556
Date: 2021-11-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE.
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation Procedure in this service bulletin in conjunction with the a
10201401
Date: 2021-07-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIXA? Tip) is available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmen
10201403
Date: 2021-07-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
OBSOLETE NOTICE July 26, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0024-21.