Which Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid year should I avoid?

NHTSA data does not designate a specific avoid year for this model, but 2010 has 76 complaints and a complaint index of 100, compared to only 3 complaints and an index of 0 for 2011.

What are the most common problems with the Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid?

Across all years, Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues make up 39% of complaints (31 cases), Brakes account for 37% (29 cases), and Electrical System problems make up 23% (18 cases).

Are there recalls on the Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns total, all tied to the 2010 model year; the 2011 model year has 0 recalls listed.

At what mileage do Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid problems typically show up?

For 2010, the median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 78,950 miles; for 2011 it is 53,400 miles.

Is the 2011 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid more reliable than the 2010?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, 2011 shows far fewer complaints (3 vs 76) and no recalls, compared to 2010's 4 recalls and complaint index of 100.

Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid Best and Worst Years (2010–2011)

NHTSA lists no official avoid or best years for the Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid since neither year has a verdict flag, but 2010 carries far more complaints (76 vs 3) and all 4 recalls, with a complaint index of 100 versus 0 for 2011.

Model years: 2; 2010–2011
NHTSA complaints: 79
Recall campaigns: 4
Crashes reported: 11
Fires reported: 0
Top problem area: Suspension, Wheels & Tires

Hs 250 Hybrid Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	No verdict	100	76	9	0	4	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	—	—
2011	No verdict	0	3	2	0	0	Airbags	—	—

Most common Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires31 (39%)
Brakes29 (37%)
Electrical System18 (23%)
Engine9 (11%)
Airbags4 (5%)
Fuel System3 (4%)
Other3 (4%)
Transmission & Powertrain3 (4%)
Visibility & Wipers2 (3%)
Steering1 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid year should I avoid?: NHTSA data does not designate a specific avoid year for this model, but 2010 has 76 complaints and a complaint index of 100, compared to only 3 complaints and an index of 0 for 2011.
What are the most common problems with the Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid?: Across all years, Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues make up 39% of complaints (31 cases), Brakes account for 37% (29 cases), and Electrical System problems make up 23% (18 cases).
Are there recalls on the Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns total, all tied to the 2010 model year; the 2011 model year has 0 recalls listed.
At what mileage do Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid problems typically show up?: For 2010, the median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 78,950 miles; for 2011 it is 53,400 miles.
Is the 2011 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid more reliable than the 2010?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, 2011 shows far fewer complaints (3 vs 76) and no recalls, compared to 2010's 4 recalls and complaint index of 100.