CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Lexus IS 350 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (6 reports).
2010 Lexus IS 350 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.
Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans
The fuel pulsation dampers in certain Lexus IS and GS sedans with 3.5L V6 engines can harden over time and develop cracks, which may cause the fuel system to leak.
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 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 LEXUS IS 350. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED HIS VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE SPUN AND STRUCK A BARRIER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND SUFFERED FRACTURED RIBS THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD AND THE INSURANCE COMPANY DECLARED THE VEHICLE TO BE A TOTAL LOSS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER TO DETERMINE THE AIR BAG FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 88,000.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS IS 350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS IS 350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF AN AIR BAG RECALL AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD RECEIVE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONTACT WAS NOT EXPERIENCING A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A LETTER IN MAY 2016 THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE PASSENGER AIRBAG AND NEEDED TO COME IN FOR SERVICE, I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN AND WAS TOLD THEY HAD NOT RECEIVED THE PARTS AND WOULD NOTIFY ME WHEN THEY WERE AVAILABLE. AS OF 12/09/2016 THEY STILL NAVE NOT RECEIVED WHAT THEY NEED TO FIX MY VEHICLE. I AM VERY DISSATISFIED WITH LEXUS. I WOULD LIKE SOMEONE TO GET THIS PROBLEM RESOLVED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. IF I DO NOT GET SATISFACTION I MAY HAVE TO CONTACT AN ATTORNEY.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS IS 350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
2010 Lexus IS 350 questions
Does the 2010 Lexus IS 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2010 Lexus IS 350: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus IS 350?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (6), Structure (1), Visibility (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Lexus IS 350 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.