How many electrical complaints does the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid, which is 22% of the 76 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid electrical system?

Yes. Recall 17V619000, reported in October 2017, covers a component within the hybrid transaxle assembly that may short circuit and reduce or fully cut power. The remedy is a free replacement of the transaxle assembly.

At what mileage do electrical problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 88,250 miles.

Are the electrical issues linked to any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area lists 4 crashes and 4 injuries associated with electrical complaints, with no reported fires.

2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid, 22% of all 76 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 88,250 miles. A related recall (17V619000) covers a hybrid transaxle assembly that can short circuit and cause power loss.

Electrical System complaints: 17; 22% of 76
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 88,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power or a full shutdown while driving, sometimes with a check hybrid system warning light before the vehicle stalled.
Headlamp assemblies build up condensation, which owners link to faulty gaskets and subsequent electrical failure in the lighting circuit.
Some owners describe all interior and exterior lights going out unexpectedly while driving at night, leading to loss of visibility.
Windows and the moonroof have been found open or down on their own while the car was parked and locked, with no sign of forced entry.
Warning lights flicker and the vehicle fails to start, with owners reporting no response after jumping the 12v battery or replacing the key fob battery.
Several complaints reference the NHTSA recall 17V619000 for the hybrid transaxle assembly, describing delays in getting the part replaced.

When 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2012, latest Aug 1, 2022.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2012 to Aug 2022; peak Dec 2017 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid

NHTSA 17V619000Oct 4, 2017Electrical System18,130 vehicles
Electrical system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010 Lexus HS 250h Hybrid vehicles. A component within the hybrid transaxle assembly may short circuit and result in a reduction or a complete loss of available power for moving the vehicle.
Risk: A complete loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lexus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2017. Owners may contact 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is HLE.

Electrical System complaints by Hs 250 Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201017 (22%)
20111 (33%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid have?: NHTSA lists 17 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid, which is 22% of the 76 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Lexus Hs 250 Hybrid electrical system?: Yes. Recall 17V619000, reported in October 2017, covers a component within the hybrid transaxle assembly that may short circuit and reduce or fully cut power. The remedy is a free replacement of the transaxle assembly.
At what mileage do electrical problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 88,250 miles.
Are the electrical issues linked to any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area lists 4 crashes and 4 injuries associated with electrical complaints, with no reported fires.