2018 Lexus RX Hybrid
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.
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On February 13, 2020 my wife and I were driving from fort myers, fl to sarasota, fl on i-75. At about port charlotte exit the car started to shake and the engine shut down. We were in the left lane going between 75 to 80 miles per hour.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-24
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
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Had an issue while driving the 2018 RX450H on May 4TH where the car lights came on....engine light, awd, ABS, etc and the car stalled completely. Had towed to dealership and they stated that it was 'fixed'.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-10
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
2018 Lexus RX Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 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.