Lexus · 2006–present (RX 400h / RX 450h, US)
Lexus RX Hybrid battery service
Lexus RX 400h and RX 450h hybrid battery repair and replacement across the Phoenix metro. Both use a 288V nickel-metal hydride pack of thirty 9.6V modules, and the module is shared between them.
Lexus RX hybrid battery at a glance
- Battery type
- Nickel-metal hydride
Get a price for your Lexus RX Hybrid
Pick what you need and how to reach you. You get a written quote before anything is ordered.
Generations and what they mean for you
| Model | Rough years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| RX 400h | 2006–2008 | Nickel-metal hydride, 288V, thirty 9.6V modules. Complete packs are hard to source new, so refurbished is usually the route. |
| RX 450h | 2010–2022 | The same 288V, thirty-module design. Module repair is available when the failure is concentrated. |
| Newer RX hybrids | 2023 on | Still inside Lexus hybrid component coverage for most owners. Call a dealer with your VIN before paying anyone. |
Symptoms RX Hybrid owners report
- Reduced power on climbs and when loaded.
- The engine running at stops where it used to shut off.
- Fuel economy dropping over a few months.
- A hybrid system warning light, sometimes only after the vehicle has been parked in the sun.
- Fan noise from the rear seat area.
Repair or replace
- A few weak modules with the rest grouped tightly: module-level repair.
- A widening spread across the thirty: replacement.
- We measure every module and show you the numbers before recommending either.
- The 12V battery is tested first, and the vehicle is road tested under load rather than at idle.
Prices and fitment for the Lexus RX Hybrid
- Lexus RX 450h Hybrid Battery (2010–2022) — from $2,000
- Lexus RX 400h Hybrid Battery (2006–2008) — from $2,000
Lexus RX hybrid battery questions
Can you still get an RX 400h hybrid battery?
Why does my RX 450h lose power on hills?
Is an RX Hybrid battery the same as a Highlander Hybrid battery?
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We come to you, test the pack, the 12V and the cooling, and you get a written quote before anything is decided. No obligation.