Is the 2010 Lexus LS a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 Lexus LS ranks #10 of 19 among LS model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 8 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

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

The most reported problem areas are brakes (3 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (2 complaints), and steering (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 40,000 miles.

Does the 2010 Lexus LS have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2010 Lexus LS in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Lexus LS?

EPA rates the 2010 Lexus LS at 21 MPG combined (20 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2010 Lexus LS Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2010 Lexus LS has 8 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #10 highest of 19 LS model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is brakes (3 complaints, 38% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 50/100; #10 of 19 LS years
Verdict: Caution; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 8; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Brakes
Best nearby year: 2013; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 21; 20 city / 22 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2010 Lexus LS recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2010 Lexus LS fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 20 MPG
Highway: 22 MPG
Combined: 21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,800; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2010 compared with other LS years

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

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2008	Avoid	94	43	1	21
2009	Avoid	78	13	0	21
2010	Caution	50	8	0	21
2011	Caution	67	9	0	20
2012	Caution	61	5	0	20

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2010 Lexus LS a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 Lexus LS ranks #10 of 19 among LS model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 8 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus LS?: The most reported problem areas are brakes (3 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (2 complaints), and steering (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 40,000 miles.
Does the 2010 Lexus LS have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2010 Lexus LS in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Lexus LS?: EPA rates the 2010 Lexus LS at 21 MPG combined (20 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.