Is the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid ranks #15 of 19 among RX Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 22/100). It has 3 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid?

The most reported problem areas are brakes (2 complaints) and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 93,000 miles.

Does the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid?

EPA rates the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid at 28.5 MPG combined (30 city / 27.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2012 Lexus RX Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 22 out of 100 — #15 highest of 19 RX Hybrid model years. The most reported problem area is brakes (2 complaints, 67% of the total).

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 22/100; #15 of 19 RX Hybrid years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 3; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Brakes
Best nearby year: 2015; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 28.5; 30 city / 27.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2012 Lexus RX Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2012 Lexus RX Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 30 MPG
Highway: 27.5 MPG
Combined: 28.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,800; 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.

2012 compared with other RX Hybrid years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2010	Caution	67	8	1	29.5
2011	Avoid	78	12	0	28.5
2012	No verdict	22	3	0	28.5
2013	Avoid	83	12	0	28.5
2014	No verdict	17	2	0	28.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid ranks #15 of 19 among RX Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 22/100). It has 3 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid?: The most reported problem areas are brakes (2 complaints) and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 93,000 miles.
Does the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid?: EPA rates the 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid at 28.5 MPG combined (30 city / 27.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.