2017 Lexus RX
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 58 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 75 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 45 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 69 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 52 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY18% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was driving up a hill, turning on to a dirt road. I had my foot on the brake as I was going down hill, I bounce from the crevice on the dirt road. My car started going faster, I kept my foot on the brake trying to stop, but it did not STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220525
7% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY4% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Lexus RX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Lexus RX is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus RX?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus RX have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.