Lexus RX Hybrid problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 38 owner complaints and 13 recalls on file for the Lexus RX Hybrid (2005–2026).

Complaints
38
Recalls
13
Model years
18
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Lexus RX Hybrid model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Lexus RX Hybrid model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 RX Hybrid00001—
2025 RX Hybrid10002Visibility & Wipers
2024 RX Hybrid10103Electrical System
2023 RX Hybrid00002—
2021 RX Hybrid00001—
2020 RX Hybrid21001Acceleration & Cruise Control
2019 RX Hybrid20000Brakes
2018 RX Hybrid30000Brakes
2017 RX Hybrid41010Electrical System
2016 RX Hybrid30002Transmission & Drivetrain
2013 RX Hybrid70010Brakes
2012 RX Hybrid10000Brakes
2011 RX Hybrid40000Engine
2010 RX Hybrid00001—
2008 RX Hybrid40001Brakes
2007 RX Hybrid10003Brakes
2006 RX Hybrid50004Brakes
2005 RX Hybrid00001—

Most common Lexus RX Hybrid problem areas (all years)

  • Brakes
    16 complaints
  • Electrical System
    5 complaints
  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Airbags
    2 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    2 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

202120222023
Complaints about the Lexus RX Hybrid received by NHTSA each month.

Lexus RX Hybrid recalls

  • Recall 26V598000Sep 17, 2026617 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V744000Oct 30, 20251,024,407 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V059000Feb 6, 202540,922 vehiclesModel years 2024–2025

    Risk: A damaged seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 24V482000Jun 27, 202411,418 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A head restraint that is inadvertently removed and not reinstalled can increase the risk of injury during a rear-end crash.

  • Recall 23V865000Dec 20, 2023999,901 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  • Recall 23V480000Jul 12, 2023152,927 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 18V085000Jan 31, 201848,672 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V053000Feb 1, 20165,072 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 13V396000Sep 4, 2013133,081 vehiclesModel years 2006–2008

    Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 12V305000Jun 29, 2012164,601 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

  • Recall 11V539000Nov 9, 2011420,326 vehiclesModel years 2006

    Risk: In some cases, the belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a loss of power steering and a sudden increase in steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V342000Jun 29, 201182,273 vehiclesModel years 2006–2007

    Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V112000Feb 24, 2011769,379 vehiclesModel years 2005–2007

    Risk: If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Other Lexus models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology