2008 LEXUS RX
0 recalls, 89 complaints - 57 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
89 total complaints
4 crashes 2 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 16 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 15 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 |
| POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| STEERING | 6 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 |
| STRUCTURE | 3 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 18, 2026
1. Ignition System: While driving the key in the ignition lock came out loose! Exremely frightened and managed to pull the car over to a driveway. But, the car could NOT be stoped using the key fob. Key will not work to stop the engine. Very unusual and unexpected incidence. 2. Lighting system swit... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 18, 2026
1. Ignition System: While driving the key in the ignition lock came out loose! Exremely frightened and managed to pull the car over to a driveway. But, the car could NOT be stoped using the key fob. Key will not work to stop the engine. Very unusual and unexpected incidence. 2. Lighting system swit... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 18, 2026
1. Ignition System: While driving the key in the ignition lock came out loose! Exremely frightened and managed to pull the car over to a driveway. But, the car could NOT be stoped using the key fob. Key will not work to stop the engine. Very unusual and unexpected incidence. 2. Lighting system swit... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
Dear Sir or Madam. My name is [XXX], [XXX], [XXX] living in [XXX]. I bought my 2008 Lexus RX400h car, used, in 2014 at a non-Lexus dealership in the [XXX] where I used to live. My Lexus VIN is: [XXX]. I've been satisfied with the car..until today. The car had been running smoothly forever, and thi... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
When I discovered the car was not stopping after depressing the peddle and the brake light was coming on. I checked the fluid level and fluid was needed. I topped the fluid level off and it did not solve the problem. I then took it to a mechanic and ask to have the brakes checked. he then replaced t... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
Right side sliding became stuck in closed position. Door was not openable by inside nor outside door handles. Not openable by automatic means such as push button. This situation slowed egress and could be a safety issue during emergency evacuation. During repair, KIA mechanics informed me that the... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact had received an email from a third-party vehicle service for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that days after receiving the email, the vehicle was starting to drive sluggishly at slower speeds and faile... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, while the vehicle was idling, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty due to coo... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 9, 2025
Audi infotainment system (MMI) randomly reboots necessitating user input and causing distraction while driving.
STRUCTURE
Jul 3, 2025
Incident date: Jun 19, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that the convertible top rear glass had significantly detached from the top cover material. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the entire convertible top needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 8, 2025
Incident date: Apr 28, 2025
Transmission failed around 81,000 miles resulting in a costly repair. Luckily I was not on a busy highway at the time so I was not in imminent danger.
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Jan 12, 2025
The vehicle brakes have stopped working on this vehicle three times. The Integrated brake system has been worked on several times with loss of brake power happening while I have infants int he car with me several times. The BMW dealership, BMW Fort Washington in Pennsylvania, ahs failed to repair ... Read more
STEERING
Oct 11, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Acura Integra. The contact stated that while driving on a ramp at approximately 30-35 MPH, while turning to the right, the steering wheel continued turning a complete 360 degrees, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a nearby wall. The air bags di... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Aug 21, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2016
Approximately at 56,000 miles I began having trouble with a whining noise along with rough, delayed, or sudden shifting, lack of acceleration from a stop and shuddering. I had taken it in for an oil change and explained some of my complaints. They stated they didn't hear any whining noises (so the... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 21, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2016
While away from home on vacation, the car alarm randomly went off for several minutes. Upon returning the battery was dead and would not start. Over the next several days this happened multiple times with the battery dying, car not starting, and the dash would light up and doors would not lock or un... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Mar 14, 2024
Incident date: Jan 10, 2024
See attached document for complaint
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 9, 2024
Incident date: Feb 26, 2024
When raining the water will leak throug the sunroof or headliner not sure where it comes through but it comes from 2 places one hitting the arm rest / middle console which caused the terrain selection to go out and im worried it will cause the screen or something else to go out and catch on fire as ... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 20, 2023
Incident date: Feb 2, 2023
On four (4) separate incidents, my car has either abruptly stopped running (waiting at a stoplight) or not been able to start. When I push the Engine Start/ Stop button to restart the car, it does not start and several random warning and dashboard lights flash on and off like crazy. These incide... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 24, 2023
Incident date: Aug 22, 2023
This happened twice before I took the car back to the dealer for service. Both times I was driving the vehicle and it suddenly stops accelerating. The car suddenly comes to a stop. I continued pressing the accelerator and the car continued to quickly slow down to a stop. Both times I was in traf... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 24, 2023
Incident date: Aug 22, 2023
This happened twice before I took the car back to the dealer for service. Both times I was driving the vehicle and it suddenly stops accelerating. The car suddenly comes to a stop. I continued pressing the accelerator and the car continued to quickly slow down to a stop. Both times I was in traf... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 23, 2023
Incident date: Jun 23, 2023
Airbag light stays on Transmission service light comes on when driving and vehicle stalls
POWER TRAIN
Feb 5, 2023
Incident date: Feb 5, 2023
The shift knob pulls off the manual transmission shifter shaft under certain driving conditions, such as a fast shift. I believe that the shifter knob retainer clip is loose or broken. This is a safety problem. I first noticed it when I had to make a quick maneuver during a turn. Experiencing the sh... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 7, 2022
Incident date: Nov 19, 2022
My daughter was driving on the Freeway and the vehicle just went dead. She lost all power nothing would work. She was on a outside land and was able to get it off the road. She said it was really hard to do that and scared her very much. She said if she had been in the middle lane she would have not... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 26, 2022
Incident date: Sep 22, 2022
The contact owned a 2008 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the contact was crashed into by another vehicle on the driver's side door. The contact stated that the driver's side air bags did not deploy. The driver's side door and the driver's side front wheel and axl... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 23, 2022
Incident date: Sep 23, 2022
While driving in local conditions (traveling 20 mph) the brakes stopped working partially (about 90% of braking power was lost) and a message on the dash board show check vsc, after pulling aside it turning off the engine. I inspected the brakes in the engine and at the wheels for leaks. no leaks. u... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 17, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
UNKNOWN - The dashboard plastic is cracking and pieces have broken off. While it may be deemed to be a cosmetic issue, the front passenger side airbag sits underneath the dashboard where the cracking has occurred. The concern here is that when the airbag deploys, the dashboard will fragment, ejectin... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 12, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2022
Vehicle brakes are inconsistent. The ABS system also locks up periodically, and fail to engage at other times. Extremely dangerous to drive. They are also very noisy. I contacted both the local Lexus dealership and national number, but they refused to fix them under warranty. Lexus DID offer an exte... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 3, 2022
Incident date: Jul 2, 2021
JULY 2021 at 69568 miles on 2008 Lexus RX350 Brake Booster was changed by Lexus of Orange Park, Florida, for $1652.97. Situation/Discrepancy: After normal stop, Brake Light would illuminate and brakes would mysteriously release and vehicle would start rolling forward! After several brake pumping ac... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 17, 2022
Incident date: Feb 17, 2022
UNKNOWN suspect brake actuator failure. Brake noise when stepping on pedal at a stop.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 24, 2022
Incident date: Dec 4, 2020
2020 Had to replace transmission at 90,000 miles. In Sept. 2021 - Window seals are melting all over the windows. Will have to get them all replaced as a driving hazzard to even see out the windows. Now the tinting is coming off from the windows sticking.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 10, 2022
Incident date: Jan 21, 2021
The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, she saw smoke coming from the front passenger seat. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled into a parking lot and parked the vehicle until the smoke vanished. The dealer was notified of the fa... Read more
Fire
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Dec 6, 2021
Incident date: Nov 1, 2021
2008 Lexus RX 400H Faulty ABS Actuator yes my car is available for inspection upon request . This is a known problem on this vehicle there is 100s of complaints on same issue with the same cars Lexus is neglecting responsibility for this faulty and very dangerous hazard , this part has been faulty f... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 6, 2021
Incident date: Nov 1, 2021
2008 Lexus RX 400H Faulty ABS Actuator yes my car is available for inspection upon request . This is a known problem on this vehicle there is 100s of complaints on same issue with the same cars Lexus is neglecting responsibility for this faulty and very dangerous hazard , this part has been faulty f... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 28, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2021
In 2020 entire dash sticky to touch, and cracking of dash 2021. VSC light on/off.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 28, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2021
In 2020 entire dash sticky to touch, and cracking of dash 2021. VSC light on/off.
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Aug 25, 2021
Incident date: Aug 24, 2021
Complete DASH board is cracked spanning from Drivers side to Passengers Side including Cracks on the AIRBAGS on both sides
ENGINE
Jul 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 2, 2021
2008 LEXUS 350 RX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A OIL LINE DEFECT. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT EXHIBITED A FAILURE. THE OWNER SUSPECTED THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL IN THE FUTURE. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONSUMER TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS.THE CONSUMER DECLINED.
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 21, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2015
HAD FILED A COMPLAINT OVER MY LEXUS BRAKES BUT PUT IN THE INCORRECT VIN. MY COMPLAINT CODE IS 11413142 AND WAS ACCIDENTLY PUT UNDER MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDERS VIN
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 30, 2021
Incident date: Mar 22, 2021
I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER WAS TOLD THEY CAN NOT HELP ME. I CALL THE LEXUS BRAND ENGAGEMENT CENTER LINE AND WAS CALLED BACK WITH AN EXPLANATION WHY MY VEHICLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE. EVEN THOUGH IT IA EXHIBITING THE MALFUNCTION. THE DEADLINE WAS DECEMBER 31,2020. THIS LAST REFUSAL TO DEAL WITH A PART THAT T... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 7, 2021
Incident date: Feb 17, 2021
2008 LEXUS RX350 WAS PARKED IN GARAGE WITH ENGINE HOT. ONE MINUTE AFTER THE ENGINE STOPPED, IT CAUGHT ON FIRE AND REQUIRED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO FINALLY PUT IT OUT. ENGINE COMPARTMENT SO COMPLETELY DESTROYED THAT THE IMMEDIATE CAUSE OF THE FIRE NOT DETECTABLE. CAR IS TOTAL LOSS, GARAGE DAMAGED BUT ... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 30, 2021
Incident date: Jan 12, 2021
WHEN DRIVING I WOULD HAVE ALL THE LIGHTS ON MY DASH COME ON WITH A DINGING SOUND AND WHEN I GO TO PRESS ON MY BRAKES VEHICLE WILL NOT STOP UNLESS I PRESS DOWN HARD ON THE BRAKE THIS IS REALLY DANGEROUS WILL CAUSE A DEADLY CRASH AND TO REPLACE THIS WILL COST 3000 DOLLARS THAT I DO NOT HAVE I REALL BE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 30, 2020
Incident date: Nov 21, 2020
I PURCHASED A VEHICLE FROM A DEALERSHIP IN ILLINOIS. DRIVING THE VEHICLE HOME TO MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN THE HYBRID SYSTEM, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM ERROR LIGHTS WENT OFF AT ONCE. THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LANE. I STRUGGLED TO MERGE OVER ONTO THE EM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 25, 2020
Incident date: Oct 22, 2020
DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND EXPOSING FOAM UNDERNEATH. CONCERN THAT PIECES WILL CONTINUE TO FALL OFF AND TAPING OR COVERING THE DASHBOARD MAY INTERFERE WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 7, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2016
DASHBOARD IS DETERIORATING OMITTING GASES, AND CAUSING GLARE ON INTERIOR WINDSHIELD. EXTREMELY UNSAFE TO DRIVE ESPECIALLY IF RAINING.
ENGINE
Aug 29, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2020
DASHBOARD CHECK ENGINE, CAR SKID LINES WONT SHUT OFF. ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING WHEN CAR IS STOPPED TRIED TO TURN OFF LIGHTS. WOULD NOT GO OUT. NOT FLASHING LIGHTSS ON DASHBOARD. STABLE LIGHT NOT GOING OUT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 29, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2020
DASHBOARD CHECK ENGINE, CAR SKID LINES WONT SHUT OFF. ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING WHEN CAR IS STOPPED TRIED TO TURN OFF LIGHTS. WOULD NOT GO OUT. NOT FLASHING LIGHTSS ON DASHBOARD. STABLE LIGHT NOT GOING OUT.
STEERING
Jul 5, 2020
Incident date: Jul 3, 2020
I RECENTLY TOOK MY NEWLY BAUGHT 2008 LEXUS RX 350 IN AT A LEXUS DEALERSHIP FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. I DIDN'T NOTICE AND STEERING ISSUES OR LEAKS BUT WAS TOLD I NEEDED A NEW RACK AND PINION. SINCE ITS LEXUS DEALERSHIP I RESPECT THEIR INSPECTION AND RECOMMENDATION...BUT LIKE MANY OTHERS...IT TURNS OUT... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 20, 2020
Incident date: Jun 13, 2020
ON JUNE 3RD, 2020 I GOT MY 2008 LEXUS RX 350 SERVICED FOR 115,000 MILE SERVICE AT JOHNSON LEXUS OF RALEIGH. I HAVE HAD MY CAR SERVICED RELIGIOUSLY AT THE SAME DEALER SINCE I BOUGHT IT BRAND NEW IN 2008. IT COST ABOUT $250, ON JUNE 13TH I NOTICED LARGE AMOUNT OF ENGINE OIL UNDER THE CAR. THE CAR HAD... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 16, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND PUSHED ON BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP AT RED LIGHT. WHAT I NOTICED THAT BRAKE, ABS, TRACTION, CHECK ENGINE AND MORE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE DASHBOARD AND I ALMOST REAR ENDED CAR IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO NO BRAKES. PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, SLOWLY I DROVE MY CAR TO BP WORKSHOP ... Read more
ENGINE
May 21, 2020
Incident date: May 19, 2020
I WAS TOLD BY AN OIL CHANGE SERVICE THAT I HAD AN OIL LEAK. I DID NOT DRIVE MY VEHICLE AND HAD TO WAIT OVER THE WEEKEND TO GET IT INTO A SHOP. THE SHOP TOLD ME THAT MY RUBBER OIL COOLER PIPE WAS LEAKING AND IT WAS A BAD LEAK. I CANNOT DRIVE IT. I HAD IT TOWED TO TOYOTA TO LOOK AT IT SINCE THE CLO... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 LEXUS RX
57 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 3 |
| 190000 TIRES | 2 |
| 163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD | 2 |
| 121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES | 2 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
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
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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-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-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
DOR-M9J4S-07
Jun 3, 2020
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but part
DOR-M3J3F-07
Jun 3, 2020
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but part
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-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
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
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-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
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
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
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
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
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
L-SB-0008-10 OBS
May 21, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE - MAY 21, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
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
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC Odor Maintenance
LSB006013A
Sep 12, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
05207
Sep 21, 2007
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION DURING (PDS) PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE. *NJ
02107
Aug 25, 2007
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
ISC LEARNING PROCEDURE. *NJ
00205
May 2, 2007
190000 TIRES
TIRE POSITIONING BEFORE NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY. *KB
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 (current) | 0 | 89 | |
| 2007 | 0 | 79 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 52 | View |
| 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 |