2006 LEXUS RX
1 recalls, 52 complaints - 59 TSBs
10V499000 Oct 21, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS LUBRICANTS FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS ... Read more
Consequence
A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID COULD LEAD TO A CHANGE IN BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND OVERTIME A DEGRADATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAL WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 AND LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Complaint Statistics
52 total complaints
1 crashes 4 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 6 |
| STEERING | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
ENGINE
Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
am submitting a safety complaint regarding my Hyundai vehicle due to repeated engine power loss (limp mode), excessive oil loss, and a denied engine recall replacement. I initially brought my vehicle to the dealership after experiencing engine power loss/limp mode, engine oil loss, and illuminated c... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the oil level was constantly checked since purchasing the vehicle. The contact stated she was aware of the oil consumption because the oil had to be topped off after each oil change. The contact stated that there was no warning light illum... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 27, 2025
Incident date: Jul 26, 2025
My car had a thrown connecting rod-the problem described under TSB22-EM-006H-2 (TXXM/6G) which extends engine warranty to 150k miles/15 years for this exact issue my vin is listed my mileage is 113k and KSDS was completed (or I am exempt) please submit prior approval under the extended warranty for ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
This is a large scale problem with Tesla due to their "easy entry" which automatically moves the front seats to fit the drivers saved positions. Due to Tesla not properly securing the wires under the seat, they get crimped over time causing an error of "safety restraint system issue." There have bee... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 17, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Around 20,000 miles, I took my vehicle to the dealer due to rattling and knocking in the front right wheel well and it was discovered the stabilizer arm was cracked. Received the vehicle back, and approximately 1000 miles later, there is rattling at the front driver and passenger wheel well and sque... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 17, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Around 20,000 miles, I took my vehicle to the dealer due to rattling and knocking in the front right wheel well and it was discovered the stabilizer arm was cracked. Received the vehicle back, and approximately 1000 miles later, there is rattling at the front driver and passenger wheel well and sque... Read more
WHEELS
Mar 17, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Around 20,000 miles, I took my vehicle to the dealer due to rattling and knocking in the front right wheel well and it was discovered the stabilizer arm was cracked. Received the vehicle back, and approximately 1000 miles later, there is rattling at the front driver and passenger wheel well and sque... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
Nothing happened
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
When it rains, just a steady rain, not a downpour, the vehicle slams on the brakes trying to back up. It literally took 3-4 minutes to back out of the driveway. I was also in a parking lot trying to back out and the same issue which created a significant safety hazard with other vehicles. Researc... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
When it rains, just a steady rain, not a downpour, the vehicle slams on the brakes trying to back up. It literally took 3-4 minutes to back out of the driveway. I was also in a parking lot trying to back out and the same issue which created a significant safety hazard with other vehicles. Researc... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
When the auto-start stop feature has stopped the engine at a red light, the engine will not start sometimes. The problem occurs at random and leaves me stalled at a red light and I cannot start the vehicle. Traffic behind me is held up; horns are honking. If I wait a couple of minutes I can start... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
When I started the car it sounded like the engine was clicking. I turned it off thinking it may have been from the cold. After restarting the car, the sound did not start again. About 10 minutes into my drive, it started to feel like the the car was shaking each time I braked. About 5 minutes later,... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
I HAVE THE SNOW WHITE PAINT, AND IT IS PEELING IN SEVERAL AREAS. HOOD, ROOF, AND SECTION THAT GOES FROM FENDER TO ROOF.
AIR BAGS
Oct 5, 2023
Incident date: Oct 2, 2023
Car has inflatable seatbelt in the second row bucket seats. I am unable to find any car seats that are safe to use in this vehicle once you move from tether position Have visited local dealership and called Ford for assistance. None of which are able to assist with this which puts children in great ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Oct 5, 2023
Incident date: Oct 2, 2023
Car has inflatable seatbelt in the second row bucket seats. I am unable to find any car seats that are safe to use in this vehicle once you move from tether position Have visited local dealership and called Ford for assistance. None of which are able to assist with this which puts children in great ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 5, 2023
Incident date: Oct 2, 2023
Front side marker light it'd by canbus system as failed. Still illuminated, but resistance changed. 25 cent led, Audi says headlamp Assy need to be replaced ro $5100. Oh, and other side is about to go too. Design is non-compliant with NHTSA requirements for lighting (very early failures, often at.70... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 25, 2023
Incident date: Sep 25, 2023
The defrost only blows out cold air, along with the drivers side heat. Heat comes out of the passenger side but the defrost and drivers side is always cold. The cold defrost makes for LESS visibility and freezes the windshield making it unsafe to drive in winter conditions or cold conditions. The... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 5, 2023
Incident date: Apr 15, 2023
The backup camera display is very bright with little or no dimming at night. Backing during the day in any scenario (trailer or not) is acceptable. The camera display being this bright at night reduces rearward visibility with the mirrors due to a loss of night vision. The bright backup camera di... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 27, 2023
Incident date: May 18, 2023
The truck will jump from sixth gear to first gear, or will go from first gear straight to fifth and be stuck in fifth , or be stuck in first, the truck will randomly take off on its own or come to a screeching stop on highways going 60 mph, the gear indicator will stop working, alongside all other g... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 27, 2023
Incident date: May 18, 2023
The truck will jump from sixth gear to first gear, or will go from first gear straight to fifth and be stuck in fifth , or be stuck in first, the truck will randomly take off on its own or come to a screeching stop on highways going 60 mph, the gear indicator will stop working, alongside all other g... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 27, 2023
Incident date: May 18, 2023
The truck will jump from sixth gear to first gear, or will go from first gear straight to fifth and be stuck in fifth , or be stuck in first, the truck will randomly take off on its own or come to a screeching stop on highways going 60 mph, the gear indicator will stop working, alongside all other g... Read more
STEERING
Jan 28, 2023
Incident date: Jan 6, 2023
Back up sensors not working. Truck also not having a vin number even though it was bought from the the Chevy dealership. Also was told the electrical system is not working properly
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 28, 2023
Incident date: Jan 6, 2023
The windshield has started cracking due to a seal defect. The crack started on the bottom driver's side. Upon inspection of the crack it was discovered that the seal on the interior of the windshield is defective, it sinks down unlike the rest of the seal. Note that after an online search it was fo... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 28, 2022
Incident date: Oct 11, 2022
I was running 72mph on the interstate and the whole car shut down - shifter, engine, lost steering, EVERYTHING!
STEERING
Jan 21, 2022
Incident date: Jan 20, 2022
The Rack and pinion is leaking and needs to be replaced causing the steering to lock
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 9, 2021
Incident date: Oct 31, 2021
Engine dies out as per recall but already did recall and still has same problem and code coming. Out took to Lexus Dealer to check they came out to be battery cooling fans being defective. Got estimates and was crazy amount told them don't repair suv. After talking to Dealer they state the fans has ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 9, 2021
Incident date: Oct 31, 2021
Engine dies out as per recall but already did recall and still has same problem and code coming. Out took to Lexus Dealer to check they came out to be battery cooling fans being defective. Got estimates and was crazy amount told them don't repair suv. After talking to Dealer they state the fans has ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Sep 29, 2021
My car exploded- huge fire. I was not driving- it had been parked. The fire marshal indicated that it was an electrical problem located near the battery. There we no indicators of any issues. I only had liability on the car- so i am out of luck. but the NYFD inspected. It happened on Wednesday 9/2... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Sep 29, 2021
My car exploded- huge fire. I was not driving- it had been parked. The fire marshal indicated that it was an electrical problem located near the battery. There we no indicators of any issues. I only had liability on the car- so i am out of luck. but the NYFD inspected. It happened on Wednesday 9/2... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Sep 29, 2021
My car exploded- huge fire. I was not driving- it had been parked. The fire marshal indicated that it was an electrical problem located near the battery. There we no indicators of any issues. I only had liability on the car- so i am out of luck. but the NYFD inspected. It happened on Wednesday 9/2... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 17, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
CAR DIES AFTER DRIVING FOR A BIT. WE'VE SPENT OVER $3K FIXING FUEL PUMP, BATTERIES, AND OTHERS. FROM WHAT I'M READING IT SOUNDS LIKE MY CAR SHOULD BE ON THE INVERTER RECALL LIST, BUT IT'S NOT.
ENGINE
Nov 17, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
CAR DIES AFTER DRIVING FOR A BIT. WE'VE SPENT OVER $3K FIXING FUEL PUMP, BATTERIES, AND OTHERS. FROM WHAT I'M READING IT SOUNDS LIKE MY CAR SHOULD BE ON THE INVERTER RECALL LIST, BUT IT'S NOT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 5, 2020
Incident date: Jul 22, 2020
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM - INVERTER FAILURE HOW DO WE GET OUR VIN ON THE RECALL LIST? OUR REPAIR SHOULD BE COVERED. OUR ISSUE IS EXACTLY THE SAME PROBLEM ENCOUNTERED BY THE VEHICLES COVERED UNDER THE HYBRID PROPULSION RECALL (2005-2008) AND OUR 2006 VEHICLE IS A YEAR WHICH IS COVERED MY W... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 23, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
FOUND OUT THE BRAKE ACTUATOR IS FAILING AND TOLD FROM TOYOTA THEY HAVE RECALLS ON THE ACTUATOR FOR HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND PRIUS HYBRID. LEXUS STATED THEY DO NOT RECALL FOR SAME ISSUE. FEELS UNSAFE WHEN BRAKING AS IT MAKES LOUD NOISE AND GRINDS A BIT. I'VE READ FORUMS ON OTHER SAME YEAR AND MAKES C... Read more
SEATS
Jan 22, 2020
Incident date: Jan 15, 2020
THE HEAT CONTROL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE ABRUPTLY BEGAN TO STAY ON LAST WEEK. I BELIEVE I NOW SMELL A CHEMICAL ODOR ISSUING FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 22, 2020
Incident date: Jan 15, 2020
THE HEAT CONTROL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE ABRUPTLY BEGAN TO STAY ON LAST WEEK. I BELIEVE I NOW SMELL A CHEMICAL ODOR ISSUING FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jan 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
DRIVING AT 70MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS IT DECELERATED RAPIDLY. HYBRID SYSTEM VSC FAILURE ALERT LIGHT ON. VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER!
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
DRIVING AT 70MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS IT DECELERATED RAPIDLY. HYBRID SYSTEM VSC FAILURE ALERT LIGHT ON. VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER!
STEERING
Jan 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
DRIVING AT 70MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS IT DECELERATED RAPIDLY. HYBRID SYSTEM VSC FAILURE ALERT LIGHT ON. VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER!
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dec 5, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
I BOUGHT A LEXUS RX400H BACK IN 2013-2014 AND RECENTLY MY CAR EXPERIENCE SOME SERIOUS ISSUES. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY TO TAKE MY SON TO HIS FOOTBALL GAME MY ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY WENT OUT ON ME ALMOST CAUSING ME TO CRASH. I RECENTLY WENT TO LEXUS TO FIND OUT THE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 5, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
I BOUGHT A LEXUS RX400H BACK IN 2013-2014 AND RECENTLY MY CAR EXPERIENCE SOME SERIOUS ISSUES. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY TO TAKE MY SON TO HIS FOOTBALL GAME MY ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY WENT OUT ON ME ALMOST CAUSING ME TO CRASH. I RECENTLY WENT TO LEXUS TO FIND OUT THE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY A... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 5, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
I BOUGHT A LEXUS RX400H BACK IN 2013-2014 AND RECENTLY MY CAR EXPERIENCE SOME SERIOUS ISSUES. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY TO TAKE MY SON TO HIS FOOTBALL GAME MY ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY WENT OUT ON ME ALMOST CAUSING ME TO CRASH. I RECENTLY WENT TO LEXUS TO FIND OUT THE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY A... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 27, 2019
Incident date: Oct 26, 2019
CAR TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THIS RESULTS IN LOSS OF POWER BRAKES AND STEERING.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 27, 2016
Incident date: Nov 27, 2016
THE BRAKES MAKE A STRANGE CHIRP-TYPE NOISE WHEN I APPLY PRESSURE, USUALLY IT HAPPENS WHEN I AM STOPPED AND MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. HOLDING MY FOOT STEADY ON THE BRAKE AND IT HAPPENS RANDOMLY AND OFTEN. I HAD MY BRAKES CHECKED AND THE PADS AND ROTORS ARE FINE; THEY TOLD ME IT WAS THE ACTUATOR AND WAS... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 1, 2016
Incident date: Dec 1, 2015
CRACKED DASHBOARD ISSUE (AS PER THE SO-CALLED WARRANTY ISSUE PER CSC-10057809-9406). 10-MONTHS AGO I WAS PROMISED PARTS BY LEXUS OF MONTEREY, CA, AND, I'VE SINCE CONTACTED THEM FIVE OR MORE TIMES...NO PARTS ARE FORTHCOMING. THE LEXUS REGIONAL MANAGER OFFERS NO HELP. WHAT CAN I DO?
AIR BAGS
Nov 1, 2016
Incident date: Dec 1, 2015
CRACKED DASHBOARD ISSUE (AS PER THE SO-CALLED WARRANTY ISSUE PER CSC-10057809-9406). 10-MONTHS AGO I WAS PROMISED PARTS BY LEXUS OF MONTEREY, CA, AND, I'VE SINCE CONTACTED THEM FIVE OR MORE TIMES...NO PARTS ARE FORTHCOMING. THE LEXUS REGIONAL MANAGER OFFERS NO HELP. WHAT CAN I DO?
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
May 29, 2016
Incident date: May 28, 2016
I BOUGHT IT ON MAY 2015 FROM A DEALERSHIP, IT HAS NOW 150,000 MILES ON IT, RECENTLY I SAW THE ENGINE LIGHT AND VSC LIGHT CAME ON, I TOOK IT TO AUTO ZONE TO CHECK THE CODE, THEY TOLD ME THAT IT IS THE SENSOR COOLANT SYSTEM THAT MUST BE REPLACED, I TOOK IT A MECHANIC SHOP TO DO IT AND THAT NOT SOLVE ... Read more
SEATS
Oct 26, 2014
Incident date: Oct 24, 2014
I STARTED TO SMELL SOMETHING BURNING, AND MY SEAT WARMER LIGHT WOULDN'T TURN OFF. THE SEAT KEPT GETTING HOTTER TO THE POINT IT WAS UNCOMFORTABLY HOT. FORTUNATELY, I WAS ONLY 5 MI AWAY FROM THE DEALERSHIP WHEN I STARTED TO SMELL THE BURNING. DURING THAT TIME, THE PLASTIC UNDER MY SEAT BUBBLED AND W... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE
Aug 6, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
EARLIER THIS YEAR I NOTICED CRACKS SHOWING UP AROUND MY IGNITION, THOSE CRACKS HAVE SPREAD UP TO THE TOP OF THE DASH ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. NOW, THERE ARE CRACKS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE LEADING UP TO AND AROUND THE AIRBAG. JUST THIS WEEK, I NOTICED THE DASH IS STARTING TO GET TACKY AND DUST IS... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 5, 2014
Incident date: Aug 4, 2014
THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2006 LEXUS RX330 HAS DETERIORATED OVER TIME. THERE ARE CRACKS IN THE DASH, AND SOFT SPOTS THAT REFLECT SUNLIGHT AS GLARE TO THE OCCUPANTS OF THE CAR. MY LEXUS DEALERSHIP (LEXUS OF TAMPA BAY, FL) HAS SO FAR BEEN UNABLE TO HELP ME WITH THE DASHBOARD DEFECT. THEY TOLD ME TOYOTA CORP... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 LEXUS RX
59 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 5 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purp
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
TSB: Some 2006 - 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0023-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-SB-0060-13 Obs
Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20.
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0014-08_Rev
Apr 4, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 4, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0017-19.
L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Jan 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.
L-SB-0179-17
Nov 28, 2017
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, and PG002-90. Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01,
L-SB-0113-12_Rev
Nov 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Lexus vehicle becomes submerge
ZLD-Lexus POL14-
Nov 9, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancement Program coverage described herein i
ZLD-Lexus POL14-
Nov 9, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancement Program coverage described herein i
ZLD Dealer Daily
Mar 23, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Daily: Rev March 23, 2017 Voluntary Extension of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
ZLD Dealer Daily
Mar 22, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Daily: Voluntary Extension of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
ZLD_POL14-03_War
Mar 22, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Warranty Policy Bulletin POL14-11: REVISED December 10, 2014: Toyota has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. NOTE: The same voluntary Warranty Enhancem
L-SB-0014-08_Rev
Mar 22, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 22, 2017 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? February 11, 2015 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2006 ? 2015 model year Lexus vehicles. On some
L-SB-0060-13 Rev
Nov 10, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year applicable Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Sep 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated.
ZLD_Warranty Pol
Dec 17, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
WPB: Background: Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity. In Mid-December, 2014 Lexus announced the reimbursement phase of this warranty enhancement
LEXUS1403
Nov 17, 2015
163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Lexus has received reports where some vehicles may exhibit cracked and/or sticky/melting dashboards as a result of heat or humidity.
LEXUS1
Sep 11, 2015
163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models - Extention of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards ( Inst krukment Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
POL 14-03
May 29, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
LEXUS 2003-2008 GX 470, 2006-2008 IS, 2007-2008 ES 350, 2007 LS460, 2004-2006 RX 330, 2007-2009 RX 350, 2005-2008 RX 400H. THIS TSB CONTAINS OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. DUE TO HUMIDITY OR HEAT, SOME VE
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
POL-14-01
May 22, 2014
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
LEXUS: REVISED BULLETIN REGARDING THE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM WARRANTY FOR WARRANTY EXTENSION DUE TO CERTAIN VEHICLES EXPERIENCING EXCESS MOISTURE IN HEADLAMP. MODEL 2004-09 RX. *PE
POL-14-01
May 22, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
LEXUS: REVISED BULLETIN REGARDING THE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM WARRANTY FOR WARRANTY EXTENSION DUE TO CERTAIN VEHICLES EXPERIENCING EXCESS MOISTURE IN HEADLAMP. MODEL 2004-09 RX. *PE
WPB-POL-14-10
May 22, 2014
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
LEXUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE HEADLAMP MOISTURE AND A WARRANTY (PHASE 2) HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR REPLACEMENT OF AFFECTED HEADLAMP HOUSING. MODEL 2004-2009 RX. *PE REVIS
L-SB-0019-14 Rev
May 21, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
TSB: While some condensation in the headlamp is normal and should be expected, certain 2004 - 2009 RX vehicles may exhibit a condition where excess moisture forms on the interior of the headlamp housing. Examples of excess moisture are: *
L-SB-0019-14
May 21, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
TSB: While some condensation in the headlamp is normal and should be expected, certain 2004 ? 2009 RX vehicles may exhibit a condition where excess moisture forms on the interior of the headlamp housing. Examples of excess moisture are: ?
L-SB-0008-10 OBS
May 21, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE - MAY 21, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
POL14-10
May 21, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
THIS TSB CONTAINS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. LEXUS 2004-2009 RX VEHICLES: WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT FOR EXCESS HEADLAMP MOISTURE. *LJ
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
LSB006013A
Sep 12, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
HVAC Odor Maintenance
LSB006013A
Sep 12, 2013
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC Odor Maintenance
L-SB-0060-13
Sep 12, 2013
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Some 2006 ? 2014 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to
SB-0001-11 REV1
Jan 6, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LEXUS: INFORMATION ON AN IMPROVED TRANSMISSION FLUID. *RM
00106
Mar 29, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ILSAC GF-4 ENGINE OIL STANDARD. '06 LEXUS. *TT EXCLUDING HYBRID VEHICLES. *TT RECOMMENDATION. *TT
LEXUS RX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS RX across all model years (2004, 2026).
19
Total Recalls
1,259
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
87
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
LEXUS RX - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 7 | View |
| 2025 | 4 | 30 | View |
| 2024 | 4 | 76 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 74 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 46 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 87 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 56 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 62 | View |
| 2018 | 0 | 33 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 59 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 33 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 27 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 13 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 25 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 18 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 36 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 107 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 42 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 89 | View |
| 2007 | 0 | 79 | View |
| 2006 (current) | 1 | 52 | |
| 2005 | 1 | 39 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 56 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 13 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 25 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 30 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 41 | View |