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2007 Lexus RX Hybrid Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid, most often about the brakes (25% of complaints, typically around 85,000 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about RX Hybrid model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid problems
Brakes
15 complaints · 25%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
Brakes did not apply as expected, experiencing a significant "push" while braking at low speed. It was so obvious that I had to step on the brake pedal to keep the car from running out into the car in front. This one time I crashed into front car. I took it to dealer to check the brakes, and he is saying they are…
The ABS actuator is making a creaking noise when the car is not moving and I am stepping on the brake. The noise goes away when I am stepping on the brake very lightly or when I let go of the brake. I googled this problem and I have seen a lot of people having this same kind of problem. On the Lexus forum they said…
Speed control
11 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 10,500 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
I just wanted to let you know that my wife and I have experienced the engine accelerating on the 2007 Lexus 400h while coasting to stop signs. This occurrence started about 3-4 months after we got the car and does not occur all of the time. The gas pedal seems to override the engine acceleration problem, however, the…
Tl contact owns a 2007 Lexus rx400h. Whenever the contact pressed the brake pedal she noticed that the vehicle would slightly surge forward for a short period. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who stated that the vehicle was performing normally. There were no prior warnings and the current and failure mileages…
Electrical
8 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 110,000 miles.
Rear hatch handle/opener has completely melted. It started a few months ago, it was just a little sticky at first, then the black rubber started coming off on my fingers when I opened the hatch manually. The dealer told me that there is a service advisory out about this and that it is only happening in florida. This…
2010 vehicle stopped abruptly; Lexus says hybrid system failed (covered) v but required new radiator and converter (4500). 2016 traveling on freeway and burning industrial plastic coming from A/C ; Lexus says can't find the issue, but four remedies for possible problem on internet; which one is it? Tried to up sale…
Body and structure
8 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 72,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
My dashboard developed verticle cracks in the driver's side dashboard. Because this dashboard has the airbag inside on the passenger side I wouldn't feel safe in a car that had a cracked dash, anything that would make an airbag go off too soon or go off too late can or would be very serious.
The black molding on part# 84840g [phone] - switch assembly back door opener is extremely soft and sticky. Every time we put our hands on it to manually open the rear lift, black sticky substances get on the fingers, which are used to open it. That part is shielded somewhat by the body. It was sticky even during cold…
Steering
7 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 121,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the contact tapped a curb and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was restarted and functioned normally. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…
Driving vehicle on local road ~30 MPH and sudden/complete steering failure. P/s light then illuminated and effort required to steer vehicle is beyond most people's strength.
Engine
5 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 155,500 miles.
Hello, I own a 2007 Lexus 400h. On aug 11, 2015 approximately 10pm the vehicle was traveling on hwy 17 south in myrtle beach sc. The vehicle was sitting at a green light in the turning waiting for on coming traffic. When the traffic cleared my wife proceed to proceed froward with the turn. Once she started her decent…
Car just stopped on freeway. Toyota stated was inverter. Called Lexus states no recall or warranty. Paid $10,000. Later in mail got recall letter from Lexus. Called Lexus back who initially stated is covered. Sent in repair paperwork. Lexus then called back and said it was not covered but no longer required to have…
Service Brakes, Electric
4 complaints · 7%I recently purchased a used 2007 Lexus rx 440h with 22,000 miles on the odometer. Immediately (and several weeks prior to learning of potential toyota and Lexus acceleration and braking issues) I noted that when braking from a low speed, say 20 MPH at a stop sign, the brakes would initially take hold in a normal…
I was approaching a stop sign at about 10 miles per hour and stepped on the brake pedal to stop. The car braked normally at first, then the car either free-wheeled or lurched forward for about half a second, but as I continued to press on the brake the car came to a stop but a little further than I wanted. I have…
Stability control
3 complaints · 5%Vsc system warning light came on. Parked the car as it shut off. Car won't start. Warning light says check hybrid system. When trying to start car will say put car on park before starting. Same problem as seen in recalls for 2006 Lexus hybrids.
I was driving on highway on speed of 65 miles per hour suddenly my power string and brakes failed. Luckily I didn't get an accident. After I came home and start researching I saw there are a lot of people with the same problem.please make a recall for that maybe something happens to someone.thanks
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Lexus RX Hybrid recalls
Hybrid system: inverter
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Electrical: electrical system
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Speed control: accelerator pedal
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
Summary
Nhtsa received a petition on or about july 18, 2022, requesting that federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the united states. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under odi number 11486072. Fmvss 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after march 1, 2021.on january 27, 2023, NHTSA opened defect petition (dp) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matt
Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall
Summary
In a june 29, 2011 letter to NHTSA, toyota submitted a defect information report regarding a safety recall of certain toyota highlander hybrid and lexus rx400h vehicles to address a defect condition with the hybrid inverter assembly (NHTSA recall no. 11v-342).toyota's letter identified a defect related to inadequately soldered transistors on the intelligent power module (ipm) of some of the subject vehicles that could result in sudden loss of power while driving.toyota's remedy procedure instructs dealers to inspect the hybrid inverter production number to determine if the inverter contains suspect transistors.if so, the dealer will replace the ipm.the recall covers approximately 45,528 mode
Unintended and uncontrolled acceleration
Summary
On february 16, 2010, NHTSA's office of defects investigation (odi) opened rq10-003 to determine whether the scope of prior toyota recalls relating to potential unintended acceleration were sufficiently broad, including, among others, toyota recalls 07e-082, 09v-388, 10v-017, and 10v-023.NHTSA also requested information regarding potential electronic causes of unintended acceleration in toyota and lexus vehicles.I. Pedal interference from floor mats, carpet covers and plastic pads in carpets.during the rq10-003 investigation, odi reviewed a large volume of documents to assess whether additional vehicles should be recalled.following the agency's analysis, NHTSA requested that toyota recall ad
Questions about the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (15 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); speed control (11 complaints, typically around 10,500 miles); electrical (8 complaints, typically around 110,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 4, 2013 (hybrid system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Lexus RX Hybrid?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about RX Hybrid model year since 2000, with 59 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.