Lexus RX350 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 118 owner complaints and 13 recalls on file for the Lexus RX350 (2005–2023). The 2019 RX350 has the most serious complaints, most often about fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion.

Complaints
118
Recalls
13
Model years
18
Worst year
2019

Complaints by model year

2005320072220101320128220141014201612132018267202011020224
NHTSA complaints per Lexus RX350 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Lexus RX350 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2019 Lexus RX350 — 26 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2006 (0 complaints).

Every Lexus RX350 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 RX35041001Airbags
2022 RX350101110Electrical System
2021 RX35010001Body & Structure
2020 RX35070001Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2019 RX350261003Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2018 RX350132011Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2017 RX350123013Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2016 RX350141013Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2015 RX350100001Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2014 RX35020000Transmission & Drivetrain
2013 RX35080001Lighting
2012 RX35031111Airbags
2011 RX35010001Transmission & Drivetrain
2010 RX35020001Engine
2009 RX35020000Body & Structure
2007 RX35030001Airbags
2006 RX35000001—
2005 RX35000001—

Most common Lexus RX350 problem areas (all years)

  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    50 complaints
  • Engine
    15 complaints
  • Brakes
    9 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    9 complaints
  • Airbags
    8 complaints
  • Electrical System
    8 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    8 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    8 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    8 complaints
  • Lighting
    4 complaints

Complaint trend

20202021
Complaints about the Lexus RX350 received by NHTSA each month.

Lexus RX350 recalls

  • Recall 23V480000Jul 12, 2023152,927 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 21V043000Feb 3, 20211,081 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021

    Risk: During a rear-end crash, the transport hook can damage the fuel filler pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 20V682000Nov 4, 20201,525,742 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V012000Jan 13, 20201,830,752 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V211000Apr 3, 20186,046 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V085000Jan 31, 201848,672 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V198000Apr 7, 201616,656 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: Insufficient brake fluid pressure may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V053000Feb 1, 20165,072 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 14V576000Sep 19, 201415,872 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 14V054000Feb 12, 2014261,114 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

    Risk: If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 12V305000Jun 29, 2012164,601 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

  • Recall 11V377000Jul 26, 201132 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: This could result in increased stopping distances and/or a failure to adequately correct a vehicle slide, which could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 11V112000Feb 24, 2011769,379 vehiclesModel years 2005–2007

    Risk: If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Other Lexus models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology