Lexus Recall 10V-159: Electronic stability control (ESC)

Affected: 2010 Lexus GX460. Filed with NHTSA on April 20, 2010, covering about 9,400 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Lexus gx460 passenger vehicles manufactured from November 16, 2009 through April 8, 2010. If the vehicle is driven through a sharp turn at high speed, the vehicle May skid in a sideways direction.

The risk

Under certain conditions the vehicle could roll over and a crash could occur.

The fix

Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by reprogramming the vehicle stability control free of charge. The safety recall began on May 18, 2010. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign10V-159 (10V159000)
Manufacturer numberALB
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentElectronic stability control (ESC)
Report dateApril 20, 2010
Owners notifiedMay 18, 2010
Vehicles affected9,400
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the stability & traction control

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 10V-159 repair free?

Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by reprogramming the vehicle stability control free of charge. The safety recall began on May 18, 2010. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,400 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.