2011 Lexus RX Hybrid
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
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ABS, brake, traction control & yield lights are on and beeping sound. Also brake pedal is hard!!!!!
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-10-30
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and electrical system
Engine
3 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
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High pressure engine oil cooler hose ruptured causing an immediate loss of all engine oil and stranding my granddaughter in the outback. The vehicle was being driven on a county highway in the country.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-14
Vehicle speed control
2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Electrical system
2 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Something in the dashboard console by the radio has overheated, melting the ac vent on the front passenger side.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-24
Visibility/wiper
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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Vehicle has been involved in multiple near misses resulting from lateral mirrors bulkiness and lack of visibility for driver when turning left or right in an intersection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-02
Also filed under Structure
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid 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.