2010 Lexus IS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2010 Lexus IS has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (16 reports).

1Recalls
41Owner complaints
7Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your IS?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Lexus IS recalls

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Recall 09V388Oct 5, 20094,445,056 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Lexus IS problems

Problem areas named in the 41 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags16
Vehicle Speed Control6
Power Train5
Unknown Or Other5
Engine4
Electrical System3
Tires3
Service Brakes2
Visibility/Wiper2
Steering2

What owners report

2026-10-20, Tires
The contact owns a 2010 Lexus IS equipped with Lexani Tires, Tire Line: LX-Twenty Tires, Tire Size: 225/35/R20, DOT Number: 1TBAFB95C. The contact stated that while driving, the driver’s side rear tire experienced a blowout from the inner sidewall. The contact heard a loud boom and pulled into a gas station and became aware of the blowout. The vehicle was subsequently taken to a tire store and the technicians discovered that the rear passenger’s side tire could have a blowout as well. The tires were replaced by an independent tire shop. The contact stated that another vehicle equipped with the same tire brands had experienced the same issues. The contact stated that there was visible wea
2026-08-23, Tires
255 /40 R18 99Y XL BSW Continental CONTROLCONTACT SPORT SRS+ Tire date: 2125 DOT 1CN0FBF5W Tire pressure rear set at 38 psi checked a week prior. Tire pressure Sensor light was not on at time of incident. Purchased 7 months ago, Jan 16 2026, 3335 miles on the tire when the incident happened. Driving on a country road at 60 mph, i hear flopping coming from the rear. The tire separated from the sidewall on the inner side and folded outward extending pass the fender. Managed to pull to side and replace with spare. No one was called for assistance.
2026-05-08, Unknown Or Other
My vehicle's dashboard was melting. I thought it was some kind of condensation. When trying to wope it, sticky gook came off on my papertowel explosing the bottom level.of the dashboard. I went through all the levels all.the way to Corporate Lexus legal in TX as the fumes were making me sick. I am a senior citizens who was not planning on buying another vehicle as I drive very little. After 4 months with no help from Lexus having symptoms of anxiety, confusion, headache and extreme fatigue, I pushed myself to go drive to dealership which was s lot further than I was comfortable driving thr car in that condition. I told them I did not want another Toyota or Lexus so Itraded it in for a
2026-05-08, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2010 Lexus IS. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled, the vehicle independently accelerated while the accelerator pedal was not depressed, and all of the doors locked independently and were inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure occurred on several different occasions. The contact did research and was made aware of an unknown NHTSA Campaign Number however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to get a diagnosis however, the dealer stated that the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to get a diagnosis however, the failure ca
2025-12-16, Fuel/Propulsion System
Developed a fuel leak at the tank that has previously been exactly described as a recall on the exact year make and model of this vehicle however, when entering my VIN it does not show my VIN number as being affected. I feel there has been a mistake on the Vin number range. However, Lexus refuses to handle the issue under the recall since the VIN number does not trigger as such.

2010 Lexus IS questions

Does the 2010 Lexus IS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2010 Lexus IS: Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus IS?

Based on 41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (16), Vehicle Speed Control (6), Power Train (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Lexus IS 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.

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