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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Lexus Rx450hl

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
33Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS RX450HL

The 2019 Lexus RX 450hL is a three-row luxury hybrid SUV aimed squarely at premium family buyers who want extra passenger capacity alongside fuel efficiency and a refined driving experience. As the long-wheelbase, electrified variant of Lexus's best-selling RX line, it occupies a distinctive niche in the competitive luxury midsize SUV segment, blending hybrid powertrain technology with upscale appointments.

VERDICT

The 2019 Lexus Rx450hl earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the RX 450hL as a polished, well-rounded luxury hybrid SUV that prioritizes comfort, a whisper-quiet cabin, and smooth hybrid power delivery. Most praise its premium feel and ease of use, though some note that the third-row seating is best suited for smaller passengers and that the infotainment interface can feel dated compared to newer rivals.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 16.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13197

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record14.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Lexus Rx450hl at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

33 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

10reported crash
0reported fire
2reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsForward Collision Avoidance 11Fuel/Propulsion System 11Service Brakes 8Engine 7Electrical System 6Unknown Or Other 4

Rivals in SUV (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13197), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Rx450hl 2019. Class rank 25 of 93 in SUV 2019. Methodology · Disclosure