2017 Lexus RX Hybrid Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 40%of 10 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electrical system of the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid, 40% of the 10 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #11222036, filed 2019-06, 12,737 miles“While driving, vehicle's computer systems seemed to shut down entirely. These included the multi-informational display in the instrument cluster and the primary infotainment display in the center. Vehicle's parking sensors, adaptive cruise system, and infotainment all went offline. The screen went bright magenta and then completely shut down. Vehicle was on the highway during the incident in dense traffic within the bay area of northern california. …”
NHTSA complaint #11407425, filed 2021-04, 49,000 miles“S10 direct reply - letter from re enclosing documents regarding concerns about the Lexus system and problems computer monitoring system. The consumer stated the monitoring system send emails of the vehicle being unlocked even thought the vehicle was locked. The vehicle reports that the driver needed to take a rest for no apparent reason, by displaying a cup of coffee. The consumer requested the system be disconnected as it may report false information to the insurance company.”
NHTSA complaint #11072548, filed 2018-02Related service bulletins
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- 10235215Feb 9, 2023TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171…
- 10213903May 31, 2022TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable…
- 10207962Jan 28, 2022TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be…
- 10183184Oct 13, 2020TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable…
- 10181738Sep 8, 2020TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with navigation (version less than A1##8020) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Pink or purple flashing…
- 10179782Aug 24, 2020Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate
- 10179691Aug 4, 2020TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition…
- 10178788Jul 20, 2020TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one…
- 10173793Mar 9, 2020TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first…
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid
4 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Lexus RX Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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