2007 Lexus RX Hybrid
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
17% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES DID NOT APPLY AS EXPECTED, EXPERIENCING A SIGNIFICANT "PUSH" WHILE BRAKING AT LOW SPEED. IT WAS SO OBVIOUS THAT I HAD TO STEP ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO KEEP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT INTO THE CAR IN FRONT. THIS ONE TIME I CRASHED INTO FRONT CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150112
ACCUMULATOR LEAK. DRIVING. EFFECTS BRAKING SYSTEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171103
15% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS IN A PARKING LOT OF MY BUSINESS ENTERING A PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS TRYING TO STOP I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND I APPLIED THE BRAKE, BUT THE CAR ALL OF A SUDDEN LEAPT FORWARD AND HIT A WOODEN POST DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF ME, UP ON A WALKWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140922
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS RX400H. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, FOLLOWED BY AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100202
14% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH7% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES DID NOT APPLY AS EXPECTED, EXPERIENCING A SIGNIFICANT "PUSH" WHILE BRAKING AT LOW SPEED. IT WAS SO OBVIOUS THAT I HAD TO STEP ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO KEEP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT INTO THE CAR IN FRONT. THIS ONE TIME I CRASHED INTO FRONT CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150112
THE REAR BUMPER HAS A PLASTIC COVER AND THE PAINT BUBBLED AND BEGAN TO PEEL FROM UNDER THIS PLASTIC MOLDING AS IF WATER WAS BEHIND IT. THE REAR BUMPER NOW HAS PEELING PAINT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180103
SAFETY TIMELINE
Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall
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 FLOO
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.
Campaign 11V112000 — check if this car was fixed
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND LEXUS RX400H PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2005, THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2006. A MODULE INSIDE THE INVERTER MODULE MA
Remedy: TOYOTA/LEXUS MAILED AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION ON JULY 19, 2011 TO ADVISE OWNERS OF THIS RECALL AND THE FACT THAT THEY WILL RECEIVE A FUTURE NOTICE WHEN PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS.
Campaign 11V342000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.
Campaign 13V396000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V112000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 11V342000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V396000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 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 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.