2010 Lexus IS
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 40
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
40% of complaints
Complaints per year
2010: 40 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 143 |
| 2007 | 122 |
| 2008 | 102 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
40% · 16 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Takata recall. Recently financed a 2010 Lexus IS250 in dec 2015. Shortly after I can't recall exactly when I noticed the airbag light was lit on, but I never paid much attention because I assumed that it was lit because it meant working active.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-25
Vehicle speed control
15% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The car was stopped about to be put into park and then it revved up on it's own and the brakes were pressed but the car sped up until it crashed into another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-06
Sudden acceleration when trying to stop
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-20
Also filed under Steering
Daily driver of the vehicle for two years was easing into a parking space and applying the brakes when vehicle surged forward over a curb eventually crashing into a tree.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-15
Also filed under Service brakes
Power train
13% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
This 2010 IS250 was purchased new in October 2009 and has approximately 3,300 miles. On feb 19TH, 2010 driver made a u-turn at low speed. After the completion of the turn the car started an uncommanded acceleration, causing it to spin to the right.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-03
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
2008 Lexus IS250 awd had pulled into a parking space on a slight incline and stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-26
Engine
10% · 4 reportsElectrical system
8% · 3 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My car experienced sudden unintended acceleration. I was at a stop light preparing to turn right when my car accelerated of its own accord crashing into the vehicle in front of me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-14
Also filed under Service brakes
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-12-31Vehicle speed control09V388000 Toyota IS recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's…
Remedy: Toyota filed an amended defect report on November 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal.…
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Lexus IS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V388000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Lexus IS reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus IS?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Lexus IS have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.