2015 Lexus RX Hybrid
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes.
Electrical system
3 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Lexus RX450H. The contact stated that the passenger door would not lock manually or with the vehicle remote. The doors would also not lock when the vehicle was in drive. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-22
Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages
Engine
2 of 5 total reports mention: engine.
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Upon entering my garage, the car surged forward when I slightly applied a little pressure to the gas pedal. I turned the wheel to avoid a straight on collision, but still sustained much damage to both car and home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-09-11
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and air bags
Vehicle speed control
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 5 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.
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
2015 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 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.