2010 Lexus HS Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 43 of 70 complaints (61%) filed on the 2010 Lexus HS, the highest share of any problem area that year. Two recalls address brake booster and ABS programming issues, and median mileage at failure was 4,600 miles.
- Brakes complaints
- 43
- 61% of 70
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 4,600 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brakes momentarily stop responding or fade on uneven, bumpy, or gravel roads, requiring a second press to regain stopping power.
- Owners report brief brake stalls lasting a few seconds during normal stops, described as unpredictable and dangerous.
- Some drivers felt the car accelerate or resist braking when crossing bumps or rough pavement, overpowering their braking input.
- In at least one case, brakes locked with no anti-lock action during a turn in wet, freezing conditions, causing the car to hit curbs.
- One owner described the car moving on its own with brakes failing to stop it, resulting in a crash into a wall.
- Several complaints occurred within the first few thousand miles of ownership, often within weeks of purchase.
When 2010 Lexus HS brake complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 4, 2010, latest May 4, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Lexus HS
- NHTSA 13V235000Jun 5, 2013Brakes87,060 vehicles
Service brakes
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
Risk: As nitrogen is released into the brake fluid, the brake pedal may have reduced hydraulic pressure. Under certain circumstances, this condition could affect stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. The recall began on August 7, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- NHTSA 10V039000Feb 9, 2010Brakes148,549 vehicles
Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 toyota prius and lexus hs250h passenger vehicles. Customers have experienced inconsistent brake feel after ABS actuation during slow and steady application of the brakes on rough or slick road surfaces. Stopping distances may be increased compared with a customer's expectation for a given pedal force.
Risk: Vehicle stopping distances may increase relative to a customer's expectation increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will rewrite the programming of the ABS control unit free of charge. The safety recall began on march 3, 2010, and is expected to be completed in late march 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 and lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Brakes complaints by HS model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 201043 (61%)
Frequently asked questions
- Are there brake recalls for the 2010 Lexus HS?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls: campaign 13V235000 for brake booster pump assemblies and campaign 10V039000 for ABS control unit reprogramming, both covering the 2010 Lexus HS250h.
- How common are brake complaints for the 2010 Lexus HS?
- Brakes make up 43 of the 70 total complaints filed for the 2010 Lexus HS, or 61% of all complaints for that year.
- At what mileage do brake problems usually occur?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 4,600 miles for brake complaints on the 2010 Lexus HS.
- Did the brake issues cause any crashes?
- NHTSA complaint data links 2 crashes to brake problems on the 2010 Lexus HS, with no reported fires or injuries.