2007 Lexus RX Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX Hybrid years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 22 RX Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (11 complaints, 19%), typically at around 10,500 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 59owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 19% | 10,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 17% | 111,918 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 14% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 14% | 72,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 12% | 121,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 8% | 17,798 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 7% | 134,950 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 4 | 7% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 5% | 114,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% | 50 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | 134,950 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 3% | 23,730 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | 161,360 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | 21,820 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Lexus RX Hybrid recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Hybrid propulsion system: inverter
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008. The Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module may contain transistors that have higher operating temperatures than the solder can support and the transistors may be heat damaged by the solder. If this occurs, various warning lamps, including the malfunction indicator lamp, slip indicator light, brake system warning light, and master warning light, will be illuminated on the instrument panel.
Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.
Electrical system
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 highlander hybrid and lexus rx400h passenger cars manufactured from february 16, 2005, through august 30, 2006. A module inside the inverter module may contain inadequately soldered transistors that during high-load driving, may be damaged by heat caused by the large current. If this occurs, various warning lamps, including the malfunction indicator lamp, slip indicator light, brake system warning light, and master warning light, will be illuminated on the instrument panel.
Risk: The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota/lexus mailed an interim owner notification on july 19, 2011 to advise owners of this recall and the fact that they will receive a future notice when parts become available to complete repairs. Toyota dealers will inspect the hybrid inverter production number to determine whether the inverter contains suspect transistors and replace the module free of charge. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal and interfere with the accelerator pedal arm.
Risk: If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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.
- Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall (PE11005) — opened Feb 15, 2011, closed Jul 20, 2011, led to recall 11V342000.
- Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration (RQ10003) — opened Feb 16, 2010, closed Mar 1, 2011, led to recall 11V112000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the abs sensor light illuminated and the stopping distance was extended while depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the traction control light was also illuminated and the speed was reduced. The…
Driving vehicle on local road ~30 mph and sudden/complete steering failure. P/s light then illuminated and effort required to steer vehicle is beyond most people's strength.
While driving from florida to fairfax, ca the vehicle stalled ~10 time unexpectedly with loss of power brakes and power steering, making a very dangerous situation. The "check hybrid system and check vsc system" showed on the dash. Clearing the codes restarted the vehicle. I stopped in denver, co…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS RX400H. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER ABOUT 7 SECONDS THE BRAKES FUNCTIONED AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER…
Abs brake light, traccin light, no power brake, my caro has 90,996 miles
Other Lexus RX Hybrid years
← 2006 RX Hybrid · 2008 RX Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 RX Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 RX Hybrid | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 RX Hybrid | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 RX Hybrid | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 RX Hybrid | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 RX Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 RX Hybrid | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 RX Hybrid | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 RX Hybrid | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 RX Hybrid | 10 | 0 |
| 2016 RX Hybrid | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 RX Hybrid | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 RX Hybrid | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 RX Hybrid | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 RX Hybrid | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 RX Hybrid | 12 | 0 |
| 2010 RX Hybrid | 8 | 1 |
| 2008 RX Hybrid | 57 | 1 |
| 2007 | 59 | 3 |
| 2006 RX Hybrid | 154 | 5 |
| 2005 RX Hybrid | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 RX Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RX Hybrid model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.