https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Lexus HS. en-us Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:38:47 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2169429 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The rear suspension lateral links (Rear Control Arm No. 1) have failed to remain adjustable because they were permanently encapsulated in epoxy by the dealer during the official Lexus Safety Recall for rear suspension arm corrosion. This component is currently installed on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. This "locked" state has caused a severe misalignment resulting in prema https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2155706 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Car has a brake malfunction. There was a recall issued for this model in 2013 for this year and model, yet they only included some VIN#'s in the recall when they know most if not all of these models have the problem. Recall: 13V235000 "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 https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2150247 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Pre Collision System light on dash, abs lights, traction lights etc Error Code C1391which requires a Brake Booster pump AND a Brake booster pump kit due to a MALFUNCTION which should be manufacturers responsibility. They launched a customer support program for a very short period (you had to have the error during this short time) and EXCLUDED all HS250h from the Secondary Coverage period by no https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2150248 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Pre Collision System light on dash, abs lights, traction lights etc Error Code C1391which requires a Brake Booster pump AND a Brake booster pump kit due to a MALFUNCTION which should be manufacturers responsibility. They launched a customer support program for a very short period (you had to have the error during this short time) and EXCLUDED all HS250h from the Secondary Coverage period by no https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2127635 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT there was a safety recall issued for this model for this year for this car. I took the car to someone and they told me there was a recall for this issue so I should take to the dealer. I took to the dealer in Chandler, they told me there was no open recalls. I called the Lexus customer service line, they told me to take the car to the place where they had originally done the recall work, at Bel https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2105830 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Lexus HS 250H. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal a second time, the vehicle jerked while responding sluggishly. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while making a turn. The contact stated that the accelerator peda https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2066802 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT ABS Braking System Pump with an abnormal leak of ACC Press. Under recall # DLD for the same ABS Brake Booster Pump failure a Lexus dealer repaired the system under recall notice in 2013. The same issue happened again in 2025 an ABS Brake Booster Pump failure rendering the car unsafe to drive with a defective braking system, an ABS light and Brake light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2063154 Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Lexus had a recall on certain 2010 HS250H cars for an issue where they have nitrogen gas leaking into brake fluid causing brake failure. My Vin number was not one of recalls however in August of 2023 they sent me a notice stating that if my car has this problem they will repair at no cost to me. Very expensive repair. That notice says they will repair until March 31 2024. It says if certain warnin https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2062115 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Lexus HS-250h. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pump was continuously pumping brake fluid. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the braking system had malfunctioned, and there was an abnormal leaking of the adaptive cruise control pressure. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-2062116 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Lexus HS-250h. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pump was continuously pumping brake fluid. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the braking system had malfunctioned, and there was an abnormal leaking of the adaptive cruise control pressure. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1954393 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Car stops un-expectantly while driving, this caused the car to turn off and not be able to steer, then it turns back on without warning. This results in not being able to control the car. This resulted in being hit by three cars. It looks like Lexus listed a notice, however we did not receive it, and were not aware of the notice. Waring lamps did come on please see pictures. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1954394 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Car stops un-expectantly while driving, this caused the car to turn off and not be able to steer, then it turns back on without warning. This results in not being able to control the car. This resulted in being hit by three cars. It looks like Lexus listed a notice, however we did not receive it, and were not aware of the notice. Waring lamps did come on please see pictures. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1953344 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT A week ago I started hearing a clunking noise in the steering column. It would also clunk near the front left wheel when I turned steering wheel. I was told I need to replace the rack and pinion steering, tie rods, and steering shaft. This is a very expensive repair. My 2010 HS250h only has 98,000 miles. I have never-ever had to replace the rack and pinion steering in any car! (Nor has anyone I kn https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1912185 Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT I own a 2010 Lexus HS250H. the problem exists that every warning light associated with the braking, traction, and anti lock system is on. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TRAC), and Vehicle Stability Control System (VSC) The dealer said it was a faulty Brake de booster and said it was checked in 2010 and was fine. And to fix the system they need to replace the brake d https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1910853 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT SAFETY RECALL GLK REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM No.1 CERTAIN 2010 MODEL YEAR HS250h was done previously in 2016 and epoxy was put on the lower control arms rendering the suspension not being able to be aligned by conventional means. The car is now out of alignment in the rear and cannot be adjusted due to the epoxy. Dealership states that once a recall is done it cannot be redone for free and it wou https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1906850 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT Taking left turn, heard a loud sound and complete loss of control of vehicle. Currently being inspected by Lexus dealership, although car was initially towed to dealership service center from which is was purchased. They mentioned lower control arm of rear suspension bolt was lost/missing and rear struts were shot and vehicle is unsafe to drive. I then paid for a second tow from dealership to Lexu https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1873148 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT Same transmission issue that was recalled is having same issues. Recall was not resolved. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1871373 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT I have a 2010 HS 250h with 90,000 miles. Out of the blue, the brake actuator started activating every 10 seconds (and even runs for a while once car is shut off) and there is a noise coming from brake pedal area when depressed. Lexus had previously recalled some 2010 HS 250 cars for brake booster pump issues. My VIN was not part of the recall; I dreaded this day would come. Toyota/Lexus is well aw https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1829123 Thu, 28 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT The previous recall on this issue is not completely resolved. The rear suspension on this model of Lexus was simply epoxied in place permanently. The recall "resolution" approved by NHTSA and implemented by Lexus does not allow for the common maintenance on the vehicle - namely, alignment. Therefore, inordinate and substantial tire wear occurs due to the inability to align the wheels. The only way https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1808805 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Recall for Rear Suspension arms. There was a recall on my car which was processed in Aug 2016 at 89k miles by previous owner. I purchased the car in Dec 2021-Jan 2022 at around 93-94k miles. This means the car was almost not used by previous owner for 5 years as the recall wasn't performed well Also, the label for "safety recall" is still on the entire rear suspension arms which proves the point. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1804365 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Fuel leak in fuel pump caused my car to completely stop on the highway. No warning lights came on. Lexus company denies that my car was not part of the recall for the fuel pumps on the Lexus HS250 even though multiple issues reported for the fuel pump for this make an model, https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1794751 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Initially, the ABS, BRAKE, and Anti-skid lights illuminated on the instrument panel and braking began to be spongier than normal. This condition continued for approximately 4 years. The brake system now has failed and braking is extremely slow. The car began beeping constantly while on with or without the engine running. This latest error took place while driving at approximately 55mph, soon afte https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1791168 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT The brake booster pump/accumulator has a diagnosed internal leak. It is identical to Toyota Safety Recall 13V-235 for Certain 2010 Model Year HS250h Vehicles. The exact failure described is what my Lexus HS 250h is experiencing and the DTC code is C1391, which FOUR separate shops have verified. The recall listed DTC C1246 and C1256, yet the condition is that there is an internal leak and one must https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1755661 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT 2010 LEXUS 250HS BRAKE ACTUATOR. DRIVING ALONG A CITY STREET GOING 45 MPH. SLOWING DOWN TO APPROACH A STOP LIGHT. IMMEDIATELY AFTER DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL THE RED BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON. MY PEDAL GOES STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND I HAVE NO BRAKES AND ALMOST CRASHED MY CAR INTO THE REAR END OF ANOTHER CAR. DIAGNOSTIC SHOWED CODE C1391THAT ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED REPAIR. I PAID FOR A CAR https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1736760 Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT SO I JUST GOT THIS LEXUS 2 DAYS AGO AND I NOTICE THAT IF I HAVE TO BRAKE SUDDENLY, THE CAR ROLLS FORWARD FOR LIKE A EXTRA 3 SECONDS..YOU CAN FEEL WHEN THE BRAKES LOCK UP AND MAKE THE CAR SLIDE FORWARD, AND YOU CAN ALSO HEAR IT AS WELL..THIS IS SUPER DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1735939 Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT WHILE DRIVING ANYTIME I ATTEMPT TO SLOW THE VEHICLE THE BRAKES DO NOT WORK AS IT SHOULD THE CAR CONTINUE TO ROLL FORWARD FOR A FEW SECONDS BEFORE IT COMPLETELY STOPS. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON. MY MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND ADVISED THAT BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND SAID THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL FOR THIS FAULTY PART. I TOOK MY CAR TO LEXUS BUT THEY REFUSED TO FIX https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1729791 Sat, 27 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON A THREE LANE ROADWAY, MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. WHILE I WAS DRIVING, A MOTORIST WAS EXITING A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT PARKING LOT FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD, AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ACROSS ONCOMING TRAFFIC (ASSUMING THE DRIVER WANTED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN) WITHOUT OBSERVING THE RIGHT OF WAY TO THE DRIVERS ON THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE HIT MY CAR ON THE FRO https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1717266 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT ANYTIME I RIDE OVER A BUMPY PATCH ON A ROAD ON A STREET AND THEN ATTEMPT TO SLOW THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES DO NOT APPEAR TO WORK AS ONE WOULD EXPECT. THE CAR CONTINUES TO ROLL FORWARD FOR A FEW SECONDS PRIOR TO COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS EXTREMELY UNNERVING. TO DATE, THIS HAS NOT RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT, BUT IF NOT ADDRESSED IT COULD LEAD TO POTENTIAL DAMAGES. https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1704060 Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM THAT REACHES OUT FOR HELP AUTOMATICALLY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT WILL BE DISCONTINUED BY MOST TELEPHONE SERVICE PROVIDERS IN LATE OCTOBER 2022. AS A RESULT LEXUS WILL STOP SUPPORTING SAFETY CONNECT AND WILL NOT OFFER AN UPGRADE TO 5G SERVICE FOR A FEE. I THEREFORE HAVE A 30,000 VEHICLE THAT IS OTHERWISE PERFECT THAT I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE IF I WANT TO MAINTAIN THIS SAFETY https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs https://plaincars.com/make/lexus-hs#complaint-1691179 Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF THIS LEXUS HS250 PURCHASED 7/2020 IT HAD A RECALLED HYBRID TRANSAXLE REPLACED 7/2018, BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER. HOWEVER ON 8/11/2020 UPON STARTING THE CAR AND DRIVING JUST 4000 THE HYBRID BATTERY FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE READ THAT THE PREVIOUS RECALL IS TO BLAME FOR THE HYBRID BATTERY FAILING PREMATURELY AND SHORT CIRCUITING THIS BATTERY REPLACEMENT SHOULD AL