2008 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
- 57
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
40% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 57 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
40% · 23 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
Show complaint excerpts
My vehicle was in motion and failed to properly break which therefore ended hitting an older model BMW at approx 45MPH. The airbags inflated sending some type of metal shards to my right lower abdomen that resulted in massive bleeding.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-31
Also filed under Air bags
Vehicle speed control
33% · 19 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 20 MPH attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle jerked forward and accelerated without any warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-24
Car was being pulled into space in restaurant parking lot -- space was on grass up a slight incline (Approximately 12 inches) -- as car was moving up the incline a small bump was felt under the car and the car suddenly accelerated and continued to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-03
Also filed under Structure
I was coming back from my first oil change from crown Lexus dealer. I was pulling into a parking space and the car would not stop even when my foot is on the brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-01-08
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Steering
9% · 5 reportsElectrical system
9% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Exterior lighting
5% · 3 reportsSafety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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2013-11-04Hybrid propulsion system13V396000 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.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 23 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V396000 · Hybrid propulsion system
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 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.