2017 Lexus RX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2017 Lexus RX recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2017 Lexus RX.

Most common 2017 Lexus RX problems

Problem areas named in the 47 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Unknown Or Other	14
Engine	10
Service Brakes	8
Forward Collision Avoidance	6
Electrical System	3
Air Bags	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Structure	2
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Visibility	2

What owners report

2026-08-14, Air Bags
After slowly making a left into a parking space at Dunkin Donuts and trying to deploy my brakes, my car lunged forward spontaneously accelerating, jumped two curbs and hit a barrier and the window of the store. The impact of the crash wrecked my front end and the radiator was damaged and was laying on the ground. With this intense impact, the airbags did not deploy on impact. My insurance agency totaled the car. After the crash the warning came on the screen that the Collision System had malfunctioned.

2026-08-07, Fuel/Propulsion System
There are recalls for 2017 Lexus RX350’s for their fuel filters being faulty. Mine is not on the list. I have taken my car to many mechanics and in the last few months I’ve had my front and back brakes replaced, new struts, new tires and more done on the vehicle and nothing is helping. They have checked my mass air flow sensor, oxygen sensors, spark plugs, transmission and everything they can think of to try and see why it is having such a hard time transferring power to the wheels and being very sluggish. I’ve replaced air filters, done fuel additives and many other things, there are no error codes or any stored codes. I am left to only think it is the fuel filter/system and my vehicl

2026-04-23, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX450H. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with brake actuator assembly, bleeder plug cap, brake actuator cover, and brake fluid reservoir assembly failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,380.

2026-03-22, Latches/Locks/Linkages
Summary of Issues: 1.On March 3, 2026, I contacted my service manager regarding my inability to open the driver’s side door. I also reported persistent rattling sounds coming from the interior panels and driver’s side door, extending toward the rear of the vehicle that leads to the gas cap door. I was forced to enter through the front passenger door. 2.On March 4, 2026, I dropped my vehicle off at Lexus service department. My service manager got into my vehicle and was unable to exit through the driver’s door. This presents a serious safety hazard. I expressed concern that the issue could be electrical in nature; however, I was advised that new door locks were needed. 3.On Marc

2026-02-15, Service Brakes
My vehicle is experiencing a mechanical failure of the brake actuator/booster assembly, manifested by a "squawk/bark" noise and abnormal pedal feel during braking. This is a known defect recognized by Lexus under Customer Support Program 23LE04. The dealership technician confirmed the noise is present and recommended a full replacement of the ABS actuator. However, Lexus is denying coverage because the onboard computer has not yet triggered a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). By denying the repair, Lexus is requiring me to operate a vehicle with a confirmed mechanical brake malfunction, which increases the risk of a crash, increased stopping distance, or total brake power assist failure. Marc

2017 Lexus RX questions

Does the 2017 Lexus RX have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2017 Lexus RX at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus RX?

Based on 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (14), Engine (10), Service Brakes (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Lexus RX has been fixed?

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