2005 Lexus RX Hybrid
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 154 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
2 of 2 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Addendum to complaint #11076837 pictures did not download
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-08
Complaint to [xxx] at Lexus of palm beach was a crumbling dashboard that is accumulating an unidentified white powder around the broken edges.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-08
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-02-16Recall queryClosed 2011-03-01 Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
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2011-05-06Vehicle speed control11V112000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus RX330, RX350, and RX400H vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V112000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Lexus RX Hybrid 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 2005 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Lexus RX Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.