2017 Lexus RX vs 2018 Lexus RX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Lexus RX | 2018 Lexus RX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 27 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lexus RX | Lexus RX |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 8 | 6 |
| Engine | 10 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2 |
2017 Lexus RX
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.