2016 Lexus CT
Only 3 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Every car sold in America goes up to a speed that is illegal everywhere in America.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-05
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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accumulators begin to leak internally, as they share the same part numbers.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-28
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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While driving for business, I use the navigation and info component very often. I use the weather and traffic constantly as it helps me to avoid dangerous weather and traffic jams. These components of my car do not work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-11
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Lexus CT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Lexus CT?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus CT have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.