The problem
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.
The risk
Vehicle stopping distances May increase relative to a customer's expectation increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 10V-039 (10V039000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AOB/ALA |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Service brakes, air › Antilock › Control unit/module |
| Report date | February 9, 2010 |
| Owners notified | March 3, 2010 |
| Vehicles affected | 148,549 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 10V-039 repair free?
Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 148,549 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.