Recall 10V-039: 2010 Lexus HS, 2010 Toyota Prius

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Feb 9, 2010, covering about 148,549 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-039
Report date
Feb 9, 2010
Vehicles affected
148,549
Owners notified
Mar 3, 2010

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.

Notes

Toyota recall no. Aob lexus ala.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V039000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lexus HS2010All years
Toyota Prius2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-039?

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.

How is recall 10V-039 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.