2012 LEXUS RX

0 recalls, 18 complaints - 21 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

18 total complaints 1 crashes

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
SERVICE BRAKES	4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	3
ENGINE	3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	2
VISIBILITY/WIPER	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	1
POWER TRAIN	1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	1
STEERING	1

Incident date: May 22, 2026

failed Brake Actuator

Incident date: May 22, 2026

failed Brake Actuator

Incident date: Dec 31, 2022

The vehicle experienced a failure of the steering system, specifically the steering gearbox. The steering intermittently sticks, binds, and resists input, followed by sudden release, causing unpredictable response and difficulty maintaining control. The vehicle also pulls unexpectedly, creating a se... Read more

Incident date: Jan 2, 2026

I was performing a low-speed maneuver to reverse-park into my driveway. After making a right turn between my driveway and the driveway of a neighboring townhouse across the street, I came to a complete stop. When I shifted the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle did not reverse as expected and instead... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

When at red lights, or in traffic, when you release the brake pedal to inch farther, and re-apply the brakes they go straight to the floor and you have to basically stand up on the brake pedal to finally stop. The truck slides and makes noises as it comes to stop. I was told these trucks in 2014 hav... Read more

Incident date: Aug 26, 2025

TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTION CAUSED THE ENGINE TO COMPLETELY FAIL AND THE CAR IS NOW UNROAD WORTHY. DID OIL CHANGES FREQUENTLY DUE TO FAST CONSUMPTION OF OIL. NEVER OVERHEATED BUT NOW THE CYLINDERS, OIL PUMP AND HEADS ARE NO GOOD AND A REBUILT OR NEW USED ENGINE WOULD BE REQUIRED TO REPAIR THE CAR.

Incident date: Oct 6, 2022

Sine there is a recall for my vehicle, it can no pass an emissions state inspection so i can register my vehicle

Incident date: Oct 6, 2022

My vehicle randomly throws on the parking brake while driving. I have almost been rearended because of it. In order to get the parking brake to release i have to shut off the vehicle and wait 30 seconds then when I restart it, it releases. I get a message on my dashboard when this happens that say... Read more

Incident date: Mar 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and accelerating, the vehicle shuddered and jerked before shifting into gear. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with transmission... Read more

Incident date: Mar 26, 2025

On three separate occasions when I open my door, I get a “brake fault service soon” notification. I’ve done research and forums say this was a recall in the past. I’m aware my truck doesn’t have any current recalls but it has me wondering if it was ever fixed or if the repair was not good ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 26, 2025

Incident date: Mar 27, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 27, 2025

I took a video: for at least the 6th time since owning this vehicle a multi alert shows up on dash. “Brake Power Low, Visit your dealer”, “Antilock Brake System Malfunction, visit your dealer”, “Lame departure alert, visit your dealer”, “Pre-collision system malfunction, visit your dea... Read more

Incident date: Oct 11, 2023

The information screen, which provides all of the safety backup camera and sensors and entertainment and other adjustments and information won’t turn on. It is very important when backing up. A replacement is not available for months per Honda corporate customer service.

Incident date: Oct 11, 2023

I was sitting in my car after just driving from a destination. I had used the rear defroster previously to the back windshield exploded. I had just turned the car on was about to put it in drive when I hard a loud pop then the spidering sound of glass. After that the glass proceeded to start falling... Read more

Incident date: Oct 11, 2023

At 90,000 miles the Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (i.e Crankshaft Gear,Part #: BE8Z6306AD) holding the timing belt on the vehicle has failed. This resulted in the timing belt backing off the cam gears and coming in contact with and melting through the plastic timing belt cover. Luckily, there wa... Read more

Incident date: Aug 17, 2022

Sunroof exploded while driving in middle lane of 5 lane interstate. Cars, semi trucks all around me, center section of sunroof glass blew up and back into a pickup truck directly behind me. Pieces of glass flew in all directions. Luckily the moonroof/sunroof and interior panel were closed. No on... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2022

Lexus never informed me or the dealer that the hatchback lift will fail if the weather is below 60 degrees. Sometimes even warmer. I replaced the hatchback lift when I was up in WV and loading up my vehicle and the hatchback almost knocked me out! It happened on several occasions. When I called ... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 LEXUS RX

21 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.