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2011-2017 · 7 model years

Lexus CT200H Problems by year

Owners have filed 158 complaints about the Lexus CT200H across 7 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 2016 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (3), while 2017 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the engine & cooling.

Most complaints for its age20163 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 2016
Complaints
158
Recalls
0
Crashes
13
Fires
2
Injuries
110
Deaths
99

CT200H complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20174000Body, doors & structureA
20163000BrakesF
201516031BrakesC
201420010BrakesC
201340041Engine & coolingD
201251030Engine & coolingD
201124020BrakesC

Most common CT200H problems

Latest CT200H complaints

2014 Lexus CT200HBrakes

common problem with these Lexus ct200h, as well as Toyota Prius V models, are that the brake accumulators begin to leak internally, as they share the same part numbers. Therefore, the actuator will buzz every few seconds trying to keep pressure in the braking system to a safe operating level of gas pressure to no avail due to this leak in the actuator. After it quits buzzing from shutting the car off, you can hear the air leak hissing the pressure away. There are tons and tons of articles on this issue online as...

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this is a major safety concern. Many have had Toyota replace the part free of charge as well due to the extended 10 year, or 150k miles, in whichever comes first. warranty. This may be perhaps because there are several more prius on the road than this rare Lexus CT200H. Just look up "c1391 danger" and see what comes up. In my opinion, as well as many, it is pathetic that an issue in which endangers the lives of others due this brake failure is not further addressed. There is Not much stopping distances when and after this suddenly occurs. In the process, the abs, traction control, brake, a yellow exclamation mark, lights suddenly all come on the dash at once and the brake feels like a sponge very suddenly, as it did me as I was driving today. There were no engine lights as I started my drive. There are no external brake fluid leaks involved for this actuator. Toyota covers it under extended warranty, although it appears as though Lexus does not, this is a major safety hazard and concern. The trouble code is.: C1391. Also, I went to Sewell Lexus of Dallas today and was told there are no recalls, after looking my vin #. The service program had expired and there is nothing they can do for me. Please extend the program or issue a recall for this dangerous failure. The repair cost is substantial and should be covered for a known flaw.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11679184
2014 Lexus CT200HElectrical systemBrakes

I'm reporting a serious safety issue with my 2014 Lexus CT200h involving the brake booster and ABS pump/accumulator system. This issue is well-documented across Lexus CT200h and Toyota Prius V models, which use the same components. Lexus quietly issued a Customer Support Program (CSP) for the affected part but never notified me. I contacted Lexus and was told they "didn't have to" notify all owners. After escalating, they claimed a letter was sent, but I confirmed my address and never received anything. Several...

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months before the CSP expired, I noticed inconsistent brake response, a soft/spongy pedal, and warning lights: ABS, traction control, brake, and TPMS. I took the car to an independent mechanic who misdiagnosed it as a TPMS issue. Six months later, a loud chime began sounding repeatedly, unrelated to seatbelt use. I brought the car to Lexus of North Miami, where they diagnosed a failing ABS pump and accumulator - the exact components covered by the CSP. This is a critical safety failure. Loss of braking pressure compromises stopping distance and puts my safety and others at risk. Lexus refused assistance because the CSP expired, even though the problem began earlier and I sought help. Corporate and their Resolution Team were dismissive and unprofessional. The issue is reproducible and confirmed by a certified Lexus dealer. Thousands of drivers online report the same pattern: trouble code C1391, buzzing brake actuator, unexplained chimes, hissing noises after shutdown, and external fluid leaks. Some dealers reportedly told customers to disable the chime rather than investigate. Toyota Prius owners with the same part received repairs under warranty or recall - Lexus drivers did not. I urge NHTSA to investigate this defect before it leads to serious injury or death. This is not normal wear. It's a known mechanical failure affecting a critical safety system. What makes this even more dangerous is that most owners won't do the deep digging I did to connect it.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11677841
2011 Lexus CT200HBrakesEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2011 Lexus CT200H. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS and brake warning light and check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the brake booster and brake booster pump were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulic · EngineNHTSA 11655185
2012 Lexus CT200HBrakes

Brake failure while driving. The brake pedal went soft when pressed and all the associated warning lights illuminated. ABS, traction, control, etc. This is a known issue for Toyota and Lexus, and even after servicing my vehicle at the dealer for the last two years I was never notified that this was a concern.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11654277
2015 Lexus CT200HOther & unknown

Please add to previous filings / communications - thank you. PROBLEM PARTS: Satellite Radio and/or AM-FM Radio; Bluetooth; Speaker System; Unknown Device The parts have not malfunctioned however, there appears to be a person and/or group attaching to my vehicle via several conduits related to any radio input and/or speakers. This has been ongoing for years where I have submitted previous reporting based on hearing voices not directly affiliated with the broadcaster(s); being the victim of Havana Syndrome;...

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Radio-Frequency Assaault; Satellite Terrorism, and other unwanted Amateur Radio broadcasters that may or may not be acting with malintent. I am still hearing information in and outside of my vehicle - some of which are directed against my person. Furthermore, someone is now "connecting to my vehicle" (I can feel hits to both the front and back of my vehicle) while I am sitting in parking lots, rest stops, gas stations, etc. This "connecting to my vehicle" via hard hits became obvious since last week ([[redacted]]) in Warrendale, PA while I was reviewing my travel plans. After the "hits" I began hearing voices in my car, as well as from externally. The voices and/or broadcasts I am hearing are mainly derogatory, pornographic, and/or threatening in nature and, at times, have caused me to get confused that may or may not become problematical when driving. There are also broadcasts that sound as if they are trying to recruit or lure me into sex trafficking, as they state that I have no money, etc. Lastly, I am being told that I am unloved, have no family, and that my family is somewhere else - that I can have a baby, etc., - that "You are one of us." [sic] Since leaving my father's home ([[redacted]]), there have also been several incidents of Satellite Terrorism and Havana Syndrome associated with various locations: Erie, PA to Texas to North Carolina, etc. - at every hotel, rest stop, while sitting in my car, etc. I believe someone is trying to abduct me. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11653286

Questions about the Lexus CT200H

Which Lexus CT200H years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2012 (51), 2013 (40), 2011 (24). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2016 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Lexus CT200H years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2017 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other CT200H years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Lexus CT200H problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (54), engine & cooling (42), electrical system (20) most often.

How many recalls does the Lexus CT200H have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any Lexus CT200H model year on file.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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