2017 Lexus CT Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 5, 2025 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CT Hybrid years
Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid. That ranks 3rd out of 6 CT Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 25%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1
Exterior Lighting1
Service Brakes1
Structure1
Unknown or Other1 · ~250 mi
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine125%———
Exterior Lighting125%———
Service Brakes125%———
Structure125%———
Unknown or Other125%250——
Wheels125%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 1 complaints
2016: 1201612017: 1201712024: 1202412025: 120251

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Lexus CT Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When actively pressing the brake pedal, a “squaking” or “fart” noise can be heard. Whether braking with speed, or at a standstill. This is causing a potential danger to the driver, and others due to potential compromised braking. Ongoing issue. No warning lights on dash. No codes. Not…

Service Brakes · received Mar 5, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11646606

Both low beam light suddenly go out at the same time.

Exterior Lighting · received Feb 4, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11569821

Fagan rousseau reporting 05-06-2017 vehicle in storage in a show room lexus 13025 w dodge st, omaha ne, no ne title no shipping import papers in drivers seat belt range , no insurance card in glove box, no dot tire number listed with purchase papers, warranty covers once a month air inspection of…

Structure · received May 6, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10983858

I was in motion on a highway when the hybrid system check light came on. My vehicle stopped accelerating and started to slow down to 0 mph. I pulled over to the side of the road and all the check engine and hybrid lights were on. I was able to turn off the car and turn it back on and safely drive…

Unknown or Other · received Dec 20, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10936567

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid?

Owners most often report engine, exterior lighting, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 Lexus CT Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CT Hybrid model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.