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 this is a major safety concern
The worst 2016 Lexus CT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.
DP22005
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Lexus CT 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Pol: updates to the 2014-2021 lexus universal flat rate manual
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19LE05 safety connect...
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM...
- Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ?...
2016 Lexus CT fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4‑cyl Hybrid | FWD | 43 | 40 | 42 |
What 2016 Lexus CT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Every car sold in America goes up to a speed that is illegal everywhere in America. Countless lives would be saved if cars were unable to go over 120 mph for example--a speed that no one can argue they should have a right to go, and no reasonable driver would ever approach
While driving for business, I use the navigation and info component very often. I use the weather and traffic constantly as it helps me to avoid dangerous weather and traffic jams. These components of my car do not work. The display (when attempting to use) reads: "no data is available...please try later" this happens while moving or stationary.
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Questions about the 2016 Lexus CT
Is the 2016 Lexus CT reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2016 Lexus CT, fewer than a typical CT model year.
What is the 2016 Lexus CT year score?
The 2016 Lexus CT scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lexus CT: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Lexus CT?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus CT have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Lexus CT get?
Official estimates for the 2016 Lexus CT range from 42 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.8L 4-cyl hybrid, FWD) gets 43 city and 40 highway.
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