2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid: 2 recalls, 7 owner complaints.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V053000 · 2016 · 5,072 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag May escape from the inflator.
Why it matters: A defective inflator May increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #18V085000 · 2018 · 48,672 vehicles
What's wrong: The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors May fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid has 7 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 21 Rx Hybrid model years for complaints (well below the 16 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 33,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (5 complaints, 0 recalls), 2017 (10 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (3), transmission & drivetrain (2), fuel & propulsion (1).
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