Lexus HS 250 Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 79 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Lexus HS 250 Hybrid, across 2 model years (2010–2011). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (76). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Lexus HS 250 Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No HS 250 Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 HS 250 Hybrid: 76 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2011 HS 250 Hybrid: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus HS 250 Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 31 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 1 | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Lexus HS 250 Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 HS 250 Hybrid | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2010 HS 250 Hybrid | 76 | 4 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus HS 250 Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (76), 2011 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus HS 250 Hybrid?
Suspension, with 31 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Lexus HS 250 Hybrid have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.