2017 Lexus RX Hybrid
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 10 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 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
S10 direct reply - letter from re enclosing documents regarding concerns about the Lexus system and problems computer monitoring system.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-08
Structure
2 of 10 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Air bags
2 of 10 total reports mention: air bags.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX450H. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH and attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle independently accelerated which caused the vehicle to crash into a wall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-01
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
2017 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 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.