MYRModel Year Report

2012 Lexus CT

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2012 Lexus CT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:15:00.546Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus CT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2011: 22 complaints 2011 2012: 43 complaints 2012 2013: 43 complaints 2013 2014: 19 complaints 2014 2015: 15 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016
2012: 43 complaints
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YearComplaints
201122
201243
201343
201419
201515
20163

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 35%

35% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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SEVERAL CLAIMS OF SHUTTER RESULTING IN LOW POWER WHEN LEAVING A STOP. BECAUSE THE ENGINE TURNS OFF ENTERING EV MODE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200114

Engine has oil use and knocking sound that neither Lexus know what is wrong. A lot of Lexus owners are experiencing the same issues with no resolve. Lexus/Toyota needs to fix the issue with these years models.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231016

SERVICE BRAKES 26%

26% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.

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the brake booster pump has gone out in the car, ive heard many others say the same thing and its all around the same milage 150k-175k

NHTSA ODI report, 20240328

AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TAKATA RECALL. EVEN THOUGH THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL LEXUS HAS YET TO RECALLED OUR CAR TO BE WORKED ON. RECEIVED A POSTCARD INDICATING THEY WILL NOTIFY US WHEN WE ARE ABLE TO TAKE CAR IN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171028

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 5%

5% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Lexus CT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Lexus CT reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lexus CT?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Lexus CT have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.