2016 LEXUS RX
0 recalls, 33 complaints - 17 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
33 total complaints
2 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
ENGINE
Jul 20, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
I am reporting a safety issue with a 2016 Lexus RX350, VIN [XXX], with about 60,000 miles. The vehicle is registered in [XXX] and was being driven to [XXX] when it suddenly overheated on XXX near [XXX]. The warning lights appeared while the vehicle was traveling at highway speed. The driver immedia... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 24, 2026
Incident date: Apr 17, 2026
I was driving my car home from work and many warning lights lit up on my car dashboard (brake problem, engine problem, uphill start, steering problem) etc.. I got off the freeway and my car dashboard lit up and notified me “to pull over to a safe location because my car needle (temperature) was o... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
Manufacture warning collision warning traction warning while driving and unable to accelerate
ENGINE
Sep 26, 2025
Incident date: Aug 30, 2025
Thousands of 2014-2017 Chevy Volt owners are having issues where the EGR Valve malfunctions and the engine shuts down. The Volt's EGR valve can cause the car to shut down by blowing the "walk home" fuse. This is a safety issue. In many cases cars are in the shop for months because the part is on "b... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 26, 2025
Incident date: Aug 30, 2025
The reason that I'm currently writing you this letter is to report an incident that happened on Sep. 16th, 2025. This is the date that I was very excited because I got my first EV - Tesla Model 3 new car. Me and my wife went over to the delivery plant in Fefe, Washington. The address is 3701 20th St... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 26, 2025
Incident date: Aug 30, 2025
The reason that I'm currently writing you this letter is to report an incident that happened on Sep. 16th, 2025. This is the date that I was very excited because I got my first EV - Tesla Model 3 new car. Me and my wife went over to the delivery plant in Fefe, Washington. The address is 3701 20th St... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 11, 2025
My daughter sat inside the passenger seat while the car was parked, and the passenger headrest deployed onto the back of her head.
ENGINE
Aug 2, 2025
Incident date: Jul 29, 2025
my car sometimes specially when i slow down and make turns it loose power and doesn’t respond to acceleration at all i have to wait 3 to 4 seconds to respond and this happens often a tok my truck to the ford dealership serval times but always they say we didn’t find any problems with your truck ... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 18, 2025
Stopped for gas, vehicle started but would not go into gear, engine lights indicated 'Check hybrid system', warning lights shown. 1/2 hr on the phone with dealership to assist. No problem detected when returning to home dealer. Second episode occurred, vehicle at dealer for the past 4 weeks. Episode... Read more
TIRES:BEAD
Jun 18, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tacoma equipped with Toyo Tires, Tire Line: Open Country HT, Tire Size: 265/70/R16, DOT Number: CXLJA881918. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was shuddering significantly. The vehicle was taken to Walmart for the tires to be balanc... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 29, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway turned off and unattended, the contact became aware that all the interior and exterior lights were flashing. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was rela... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 10, 2025
Incident date: Apr 9, 2025
Vehicle was running but transmission was in PARK. Suddenly on screen in front of driver this message appeared: BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE 43MPH TOP SPEED WARNING SERVICE ESC. Vehicle was not moving. Engine was running but vehicle was in PARK. I had to drive it home. Very difficult to stop. Brake p... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 11, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering and brake systems warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the warning lights were cleared; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was not notifi... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 1, 2024
Incident date: Jul 27, 2024
Without warning and no OBD2 codes thrown, my car and many others in the E90 (2007-2012) 3-series (N52 engine) will stall, lose power, and/or burn excessive oil when the integral PCV - valve cover starts to clog. Many owners on the BMW boards online have reported similar problems. The E90 3-series ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 23, 2024
Incident date: Aug 22, 2024
Both of our side seat of the middle row seatbelts will not buckle randomly or will just release. We’ve brought it in several times and they say they can’t find anything but it does this with my kids just sitting and riding. This has now been happening for years.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 15, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated, and an alarm sounded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where an oil change was performed; however, the failure recurred within 15 minutes ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 22, 2024
Incident date: May 22, 2024
Was driving smelled plastic burning parked it at my house now dash says service charging system. It wont turn on or go into drive. I am afraid its going to catch fire.
POWER TRAIN
May 2, 2024
Incident date: Oct 6, 2003
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the transmission made a loud clunking sound, and the vehicle was jolting while down-shifting from fourth gear through first. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 20, 2024
Incident date: Mar 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano SL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who would not perform the work due to recalls on the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the d... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 15, 2023
Incident date: Nov 8, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonab... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 27, 2023
Incident date: Feb 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact smelled an abnormal odor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no failure was found. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnorm... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 15, 2023
Incident date: Feb 17, 2023
My abs, traction control, and my AWD service light all have been on making my car jump before I can accelerate and it then drives fine but today it would not allow me to go over 15MPH and all I could hear was grinding noises! This was the first time that has happened, I’ve replaced the wheel senso... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 15, 2023
Incident date: Feb 17, 2023
I received a Safety recall notice in February 2023. I immediately called to schedule an appointment to have the work done. Upon driving to the dealership, I was told that they needed to order the part from Ford Co. and it would take a month to receive the part. I again called the dealership after 5 ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 11, 2023
Incident date: May 26, 2016
Bike stalls while downshifting. Triumph covered the fix of the map sensor under warranty. A couple months later the bike has redeveloped the same issue. It stalls while downshifting. This is a potentially severe scenario for me as the driver in traffic, and potentially for others if an accident caus... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Mar 7, 2023
Incident date: Mar 7, 2023
The contact's grandmother owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the driver's side door failed to operate as needed. Additionally, the driver's side window failed to roll down. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 15-0052 (Door Latch). The manufacturer was made aw... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2022
Incident date: Aug 29, 2022
Water may leak from heavy rain, from the sunroof region into a part of the roof, leading to water leaking from the interior microphone above the driver seat. Seems to be a common issue amongst 2016-2017 RX350’s but no recalls. This is a safety issue given that the microphone is where the water lea... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 31, 2022
Incident date: Aug 29, 2022
Water may leak from heavy rain, from the sunroof region into a part of the roof, leading to water leaking from the interior microphone above the driver seat. Seems to be a common issue amongst 2016-2017 RX350’s but no recalls. This is a safety issue given that the microphone is where the water lea... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 8, 2022
Incident date: Oct 20, 2020
Around the middle of the month of January of 2022, I discovered that my 2016 Lexus RX350 has massive oil leak from timing chain cover. Thompson Lexus dealership confirmed this oil leak. This leak not just happened, but it has happened long ago at least 6 months prior to the time that I discovered ba... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 8, 2022
Incident date: Oct 20, 2020
Around the middle of the month of January of 2022, I discovered that my 2016 Lexus RX350 has massive oil leak from timing chain cover. Thompson Lexus dealership confirmed this oil leak. This leak not just happened, but it has happened long ago at least 6 months prior to the time that I discovered ba... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 21, 2021
Incident date: Oct 20, 2021
The sunroof exploded while driving at freeway speeds with no apparent reason. Temperature was 75 degrees outside.
TIRES
Oct 17, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
I brought my vehicle in for damage sustained due to flooding from hurricane Ida. I was told that part of the damage was to 3 tires. I was later informed that the tires need to be replaced due to wear & tear. This vehicle had 18,969 miles of local driving at the time. I’ve never heard of tires bein... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 3, 2021
Incident date: Sep 3, 2021
“low braking power” message
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 31, 2021
Incident date: Apr 29, 2021
On April 29 while travelling on I185 toward Columbus, GA I heard a loud noise followed by the sound of crumbled glass. When I could find a safe place to pull over, I looked and discovered that my moonroof had shattered. Had the curtain under the moonroof had not been drawn, I would have been hit wit... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 LEXUS RX
17 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 190000 TIRES | 1 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
LSB006023
Nov 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2023 model year ES 350, 2018 ? 2023 model year IS 350, IS 300, RC 350, RC 300, 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 350, and 2016 ? 2020 model year GS 350 vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a knocking noise from the v
L-SB-0032-23 Rev
Oct 2, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 450h and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450hL vehicles may exhibit a squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulleti
L-SB-0032-23 Rev
Oct 2, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 450h and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450hL vehicles may exhibit a squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulleti
LSB004323
Aug 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair
23LE04- Multiple
Mar 2, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership experience. Lexus is pro
19LE05 Dealer Pa
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
KLG Technical In
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
KLG Dealer Packa
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
19LE05 Technical
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
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
20LC02_Dealer Pa
Jul 12, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
DP: There is a possibility that the front inside door handles may break where the latch release cable is attached if the handle is repeatedly used with high force. If this occurs, the inside door handle can become inoperative.
20LC02_Dealer Pa
Jul 12, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
DP: There is a possibility that the front inside door handles may break where the latch release cable is attached if the handle is repeatedly used with high force. If this occurs, the inside door handle can become inoperative.
Lexus PRO21-UFRM
May 24, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
LEXUS RX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS RX across all model years (2004, 2026).
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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 (current) | 0 | 33 | |
| 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 | 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 |