Most common 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus RX Hybrid complaints by model year
Best RX Hybrid years: 2023, 2015, 2024. Years to avoid: 2006, 2008, 2007. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
What 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid owners say
Electrical system
I recently incurred a a $2900 repair bill for rodent damage to my knock sensor wire harness on my 2017 Lexus RX 450h. (mileage 13,000). It was not covered under warranty. The wiring involved has a soy based coating. This coating makes it a food source for 'critters '. The replacement wiring has the same coating making the chances of this happening again extremely high. The car is garaged with periods of outdoor time. When I asked the service manager how to prevent this from happening again I was told to spread mothballs on the driveway and garage floor and to stuff bounce dryer sheets in the engine compartment. Seriously!!!! Needless to say I am concerned about this happening again. How many other Lexus/Toyota owners have experienced this problem? I would hope there would be a better solution than mothballs and dryer sheets. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Lexus rx450h. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the main display screen went blank and would not function properly. The contact also stated that once this failure occurred, the safety features in the vehicle would disengage as well. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to valley Lexus (4701 mchenry ave, modesto, ca 95356) where it was diagnosed with the screen needing to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to a local dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid a good car?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 RX Hybrid rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the RX Hybrid at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid?
The electrical system — 4 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (2) and air bags (2).
How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus RX Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2023, 2015 and 2024. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006, 2008 and 2007. See the full Lexus RX Hybrid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 18,000 miles; 89% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.