Recall 10V159 affects 9,400 2010 Lexus GX460 SUVs for stability-control programming linked to skids in sharp high-speed turns. Repair is free at franchised Lexus dealers.
Lexus is recalling 9,400 2010 GX460 passenger vehicles because a sharp turn at high speed can send the vehicle into a sideways skid. The official risk is rollover and crash, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Electronic Stability Control system on the 2010 Lexus GX460 is the computer-controlled safety system that helps keep the SUV pointed where the driver steers it. It compares the driver's steering input with how the vehicle is moving, then uses brake and engine controls to help correct a skid when the tires start to lose grip.
In NHTSA campaign 10V159, the problem is tied to how the GX460 behaves in a sharp turn taken at high speed. The recall describes a sideways skid risk under that condition. The filing does not identify a broken mechanical part; the concern is that the stability control response does not prevent the vehicle from sliding sideways in that driving situation.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or change in pedal feel before the problem appears during a sharp, high-speed turn.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Lexus GX460 | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9,400 |
Not every 2010 Lexus GX460 SUV is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The stability-control defect can allow the vehicle to roll over under certain conditions and lead to a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and contact a Lexus dealer about the recall work. Repair will be free at any franchised Lexus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Lexus GX460 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lexus dealer and ask whether recall number 10V159 is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free stability-control reprogramming that corrects the high-speed sharp-turn skid risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V159 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Avoid high-speed sharp turns and leave extra room around the vehicle.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, Lexus dealers repair affected GX460 vehicles by reprogramming the vehicle stability control system. The recall repair began on May 18, 2010, and the work is free under the campaign. At the dealer, a Lexus technician updates the stability control programming so the system uses corrected calibration for sharp, high speed turns. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| April 20, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V159?
Recall 10V159 covers 9,400 2010 Lexus GX460 vehicles with a vehicle stability control programming issue. When the vehicle is driven through a sharp turn at high speed, it can skid sideways, increasing rollover and crash risk. Lexus dealers reprogram the vehicle stability control for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Lexus GX460 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific GX460 is included in recall 10V159. If it is, contact a franchised Lexus dealer to schedule the vehicle stability control reprogramming. Reference recall number 10V159 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Lexus dealers perform this recall repair free of charge. The fix is a vehicle stability control reprogramming, with parts and labor covered at a franchised Lexus dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is rollover and crash risk during certain sharp turns at high speed. The stability control programming can allow the GX460 to skid sideways under those conditions. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer reprogramming.
What if I bought my Lexus GX460 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received a recall letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific GX460 is included, then call a franchised Lexus dealer with recall number 10V159.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V159000 |
|---|---|
| Lexus customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V159 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V159000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →