YearToAvoid

2007 Lexus RX Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid has 59 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 89, ranking 3rd worst out of 19 model years, with an Avoid verdict. Brakes account for 34% of complaints, and the vehicle carries 3 recalls covering fuel system, electrical, and engine/carpet issues.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
89/100
#3 of 19 RX Hybrid years
Verdict
Avoid
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
59
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
3
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
10
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Top issue
Brakes
Best nearby year
2015
rated Good
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
26
27.5 city / 25 hwy
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Top 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes20 (34%)
  2. Engine15 (25%)
  3. Electrical System10 (17%)
  4. Structure & Body8 (14%)
  5. Steering7 (12%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (7%)
  7. Other3 (5%)
  8. Airbags2 (3%)
  9. Fuel System2 (3%)
  10. Transmission & Powertrain1 (2%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Owners describe a delay in brake response where pedal pressure works, then releases, then reengages, causing low-speed collisions into the vehicle ahead.
  • Some drivers report unintended acceleration while braking, with the vehicle failing to slow down and continuing forward into another vehicle or a tree.
  • One owner reported the accelerator became trapped by a floor mat, preventing braking and resulting in a crash.
  • A driver on a snow-covered road reported a loss of power steering assist after losing control and hitting a guard rail.
  • Owners reported low tire pressure warnings activating repeatedly and needing correction despite adding air.
  • One owner reported a persistent wheel alignment problem present since purchase that recurred after being corrected.
2007 Lexus RX Hybrid complaints: complaints filed per month11Aug 2007Mar 2010Feb 2012Mar 2014Sep 2015Sep 2017Sep 2018
59 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2007 to Sep 2020; peak Feb 2010 (11).

2007 Lexus RX Hybrid recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 13V396000Sep 4, 2013Fuel System133,081 vehicles

    Hybrid propulsion system: inverter

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 11V342000Jun 29, 2011Electrical System82,273 vehicles

    Electrical system

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  3. NHTSA 11V112000Feb 24, 2011Engine769,379 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

2007 Lexus RX Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City
27.5 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
Combined
26 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,050
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other RX Hybrid years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005No verdict1121—
2006Avoid100154526.5
2007Avoid8959326
2008Avoid9457125
2010Caution678129.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid reliable?
NHTSA data shows the 2007 RX Hybrid has 59 complaints and a complaint index of 89, the 3rd worst among 19 model years of this model, earning an Avoid verdict relative to other years.
What is the biggest problem with the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
Brakes are the top problem area, making up 34% of complaints, with a median mileage at failure of 78,800 miles and 3 reported crashes.
Does the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes, it has 3 recalls covering the fuel system inverter module, an electrical inverter module with inadequately soldered connections, and a floor carpet cover retention clip near the accelerator pedal.
How many complaints does NHTSA have for the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
NHTSA lists 59 complaints for the 2007 RX Hybrid, including 10 crashes and 3 injuries, with no reported fires or deaths.
What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
EPA rates the 2007 RX Hybrid at 26 mpg combined (27.5 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.