Model-year record
2017 Lexus CT
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The current record contains zero owner complaints, zero recalls, zero investigations, and no NHTSA crash rating. An empty record is not proof that this model year is reliable or problem-free.
Complaints filed
4
Reports to NHTSA, 2017
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
42
EPA estimate
Known issues
Exterior Lighting issues lead owner complaints (25% of 4 reports), followed by service brakes (25%).
Share of all 4 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11569821.
Individual complaint reports(4)
Showing the 4 most recent reportsService BrakesMar 2025 · ODI 11646606Details +Close −
When actively pressing the brake pedal, a “squaking” or “fart” noise can be heard. Whether braking with speed, or at a standstill. This is causing a potential danger to the driver, and others due to potential compromised braking. Ongoing issue. No warning lights on dash. No codes. Not covered under Brake Booster/Pump Customer satisfaction program issued. I know this is a common issue and many have submitted reports about braking issues.
- Reported
- Mar 2025
- Incident date
- Jun 2017
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Exterior LightingFeb 2024 · ODI 11569821Details +Close −
Both low beam light suddenly go out at the same time.
- Reported
- Feb 2024
- Incident date
- Feb 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
StructureMay 2017 · ODI 10983858Details +Close −
FAGAN ROUSSEAU REPORTING 05-06-2017 VEHICLE IN STORAGE IN A SHOW ROOM LEXUS 13025 W DODGE ST, OMAHA NE, NO NE TITLE NO SHIPPING IMPORT PAPERS IN DRIVERS SEAT BELT RANGE , NO INSURANCE CARD IN GLOVE BOX, NO DOT TIRE NUMBER LISTED WITH PURCHASE PAPERS, WARRANTY COVERS ONCE A MONTH AIR INSPECTION OF VAVLE STEM LOSING AIR, EPA= FILTERS FOR STORAGE OR DRIVER, ENGINE NUMBER FOR EMMSSIONS, DOT TRANSFER OF TRAVELED OWNERSHIP, ODOMETERSTATEMENT NOT LISTED. JAPAN TO USA TO MO TO NE TO STORAGE ROOM, PAINT ISPECTION OF NO WATER DAMAGE AFTER FACTORY PAYS TO UNWRAP AND WASH, SHIPPING DRIVER INSPECTION MISSING FROM SEAT BELT REACHABLE DRIVERS DOOR, TITLE OF OWNERS TO PROVE NO THEFT, CLASS C HAZMAT VEHICLE. MY PERSONAL RES IS 2276 ORCHARD ST , LINCOLN, NE 68503
- Reported
- May 2017
- Incident date
- May 2017
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Unknown Or OtherDec 2016 · ODI 10936567Details +Close −
I WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THE HYBRID SYSTEM CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. MY VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING AND STARTED TO SLOW DOWN TO 0 MPH. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND ALL THE CHECK ENGINE AND HYBRID LIGHTS WERE ON. I WAS ABLE TO TURN OFF THE CAR AND TURN IT BACK ON AND SAFELY DRIVE IT HOME BUT THE ALERT LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WERE STILL LIT UP AND THE CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM WORDING WAS STILL PRESENT. AFTER BEING LOOKED AT BY MANUFACTURER ENGINEERS AND TESTING THE CODE THEY NOTIFIED ME IT WAS AN ANOMALY AND IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE. THEY DID NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSED IT.
- Reported
- Dec 2016
- Incident date
- Nov 2016
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Recalls
No recalls are listed for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change when NHTSA publishes new information.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT 200h | 1.8L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 | 40 | 42 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2017 Lexus CT: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2017 Lexus CT?
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the 2017 Lexus CT. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2017 Lexus CT?
The most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (25% of complaints) and service brakes (25%).
How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus CT have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2017 Lexus CT as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Lexus CT get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Lexus CT at 42 mpg combined.