CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Lexus IS 250 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (26 reports).
2010 Lexus IS 250 recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger airbag inflators in these vehicles can degrade over time when exposed to long-term high humidity, high temperature, and temperature cycling.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2010 Lexus IS 250 problems
Problem areas named in the 40 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Traction Control System | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
I RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT MY AIR BAGS PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL HAS A RECALL
TAKATA RECALL
MY DASHBOARD IS REALLY STICKY, I BOUGHT ME THE SUN SHADE TO COVER IT FROM THE SUN BUT IT STILL GETS STICKY. SOME OF IT GOT ON THE SUN SHADE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS IS 250. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT LEXUS OF WESTMINSTER (13590 BEACH BLVD, WESTMINSTER, CA 92683, (714) 702-1849) FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS DETERIORATING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE REPAIR FEES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 113,000.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS IS 250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V024000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO REMEDY THE RECALL WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. MCGRATH LEXUS OF CHICAGO (1250 W. DIVISION STREET CHICAGO, IL 60642, (855) 659-5629) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2010 Lexus IS 250 questions
Does the 2010 Lexus IS 250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2010 Lexus IS 250: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus IS 250?
Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (26), Vehicle Speed Control (4), Structure (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Lexus IS 250 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.