VehicleVerdict

Lexus Rx Hybrid years to avoid

The Lexus Rx Hybrid years to avoid are 2006, 2008, 2007 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2023 is the cleanest year on record.

474

Total complaints

13

Recall campaigns

2004–2025

Years covered

3

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Rx Hybrid years to avoid

YearWhyComplaints
2006High complaint rate214
2008High complaint rate78
2007High complaint rate75

Every Rx Hybrid year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202512
202413
202302
202200
202101
202021
201930
201840
2017180
2016132
2015130
201430
2013120
201240
2011170
2010131
2008avoid781
2007avoid753
2006avoid2145
200531
200401

Common questions

What are the worst Lexus Rx Hybrid years?

Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Rx Hybrid years to avoid are 2006, 2008, 2007. The cleanest year on record is 2023.

What is the best year for the Lexus Rx Hybrid?

By complaint volume, 2023 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Rx Hybrid years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Lexus Rx Hybrid have?

Across all model years, the Rx Hybrid has 13 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 474 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.