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Lexus Ct problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Ct from 2011 to 2016: 147 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (44), 2012 (43), 2011 (22). Best fuel economy: 42 mpg combined (2016).

Lexus Ct
Photo: Navigator84 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Brakes58
Engine35
Electrical17
Other / unknown16
Airbags12
Fuel & propulsion7
Body & structure7
Speed control / throttle5

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201102242
201204342
201304442
201401942
201501642
20160342

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lexus Ct?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (44), 2012 (43), 2011 (22).

How many recalls has the Lexus Ct had?

Across 2011–2016, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).