There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Lexus CT, but owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Lexus CT problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 18 | |
| Engine | 13 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 55,651 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 Lexus CT complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other/I Am Not Sure · reported Oct 29, 2026
The carseat is designed to clip and unclip from the base. When it has been clipped into the base, instead of being securely attached, pushing on the carseat causes it to easily pop out of the base WITHOUT using the release handles. This means that under pressure, the carseat de-attaches from the base, and is not safe or secure. I'm unable to attach a video below, so here is a link to a video showing the issue. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Service Brakes · reported Oct 5, 2026
A 2013 Lexus CT200h with approximately 122,291 miles developed repeated ticking/pump-cycling noises from the braking system. Shortly afterward, multiple brake/ABS/VSC warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized Lexus dealer, where technicians diagnosed failure of the brake booster/master cylinder assembly and brake booster pump assembly. Diagnostic trouble codes C1391, C1252, C1256, and C1253 were recorded. The dealer advised that the vehicle should not be driven until repaired because of the brake-system condition. Lexus previously established Customer Support Program…
Service Brakes · reported Jan 25, 2026
This is a known defect covered under Customer Support Program 21-LE-01. Lexus failed to notify me despite regular service at their dealership. I was forced to pay $3,000 for a safety defect that should have been covered
Service Brakes · reported Dec 5, 2025
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding Lexusâ refusal to correct a known safety-related defect under Customer Support Program (CSP) 21LE01. My vehicle meets all criteria outlined in the program, yet Lexus denied coverage. Details: 1.Program Coverage: CSP 21LE01 covers Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump assemblies for internal malfunctions verified by Diagnostic Trouble Codes C1391, C1252, C1256, or C1253. Coverage extends 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. 2.Vehicle Qualification: â¢Mileage: under 150,000 miles â¢Model year/production range: covered under CSP 21LE01…
Service Brakes · reported Oct 13, 2025
My daughter was driving home at night and the vehicle brakes did not respond normally after coming to a gated entry, she was able to stop with limited braking power and luckily she did not get into an accident. The vehicle gave no warning prior to the incident, and started to show all 4 lights on the dash after the fact;BRAKE, CAUTION, ABS, Stability Control with a beeping sound. She had to stop the vehicle immediately because we felt if was unsafe to do so. The car was stored in the garage for a few days waiting for the codes to get scanned but after starting it the errors were gone, I was…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Lexus CT have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Lexus CT as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Lexus CT?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (18 reports), followed by engine (13). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 55,651 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.