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 PER YEAR
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| 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 | 39 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
41% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow 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, 20160525
15% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow 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. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20200606
SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHEN TRYING TO STOP
NHTSA ODI report, 20200220
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, 20121115
10% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow 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, 20100303
2008 LEXUS IS250 AWD HAD PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE AND STOPPED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100226
8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow 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, 20250814
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 FL
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. THES
Campaign 09V388000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Lexus IS — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V388000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Lexus IS have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.