There are no safety recalls for the 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2015 Lexus RX Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 14,693 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 52,000 miles · reported Jul 22, 2019
The contact owns a 2015 lexus rx450h. The contact stated that the passenger door would not lock manually or with the vehicle remote. The doors would also not lock when the vehicle was in drive. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 52,000.
Air Bags · at 28,000 miles · reported Sep 11, 2017
Upon entering my garage, the car surged forward when I slightly applied a little pressure to the gas pedal. I turned the wheel to avoid a straight on collision, but still sustained much damage to both car and home. This was not the first time it surged, but was certainly the most severe since there was nowhere to go. The surge occurred after applying pressure to the gas pedal after a stop in front of the garage to open the door. In the past, the surge has always occurred (When it does happen) after a stop in trying to proceed forward. The car would 'jump'. No airbag deployed.
Service Brakes · at 14,693 miles · reported Sep 5, 2017
Braking system of the car failed. I could not stop the car and all the warning lights, engine warning lights, check hybrid system, and vehicle warning lights appeared on the dashboard of the car. The car was purchased new with 71 miles, the car was never in an accident, the car had nothing installed to it, the car was serviced by lexus for 10,000 mile oil change, and the car had 14693 miles when the braking system failed on august 7, 2017. The car was driven on a sunny day on dry flat asphalt road in chicago illinois. The braking system failure occurred at foster avenue and california avenue.…
Service Brakes · at 6,300 miles · reported Jun 20, 2017
About 15 miles into my drive to work in my 2015 lexus rx 450h with only 6,300 miles, my dash panel indicated the following errors: check ABS, check BSM system, check headlight leveling system, brake malfunction, check hybrid system, check power steering system, speedometer at 0 MPH and every possible error light possible. As I attempted to slow down from 65 MPH on the interstate 5, I noticed I was experiencing complete brake failure and were not functioning properly. With aggressive force, I was able to engage the brakes but noticed an extremely loud metal on metal sound when doing so. In…
Service Brakes · at 2,200 miles · reported Mar 28, 2015
Operating vehicle 50 MPH slight downhill ABS warning brake warning hybrid warning all came on with audible alarm. Vehicle was difficult to stop.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Lexus RX Hybrid?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (3 reports), followed by electrical system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 14,693 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.