2017 LEXUS RX

0 recalls, 59 complaints - 17 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

59 total complaints 6 crashes 2 fires 6 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	8
AIR BAGS	5
SERVICE BRAKES	4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	3
STRUCTURE:BODY	2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	2
POWER TRAIN	2
STEERING	2

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

There are recalls for 2017 Lexus RX350’s for their fuel filters being faulty. Mine is not on the list. I have taken my car to many mechanics and in the last few months I’ve had my front and back brakes replaced, new struts, new tires and more done on the vehicle and nothing is helping. They have... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2026

While driving to work my engine of my Hyundai Elantra Hybrid caught fire. The fire was able to be put out but there are no active recalls currently on my vehicle. All of the safety sensors turned on and off and my car locked and would not move. I couldn't go anywhere it was stopped. I started seeing... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Mar 3, 2026

Was sold with a warranty and was not fulfilled, and on top of that we found out they rolled the odometer back over 50k , then found out it has a spilt frame

Incident date: Mar 1, 2021

Shortly after purchasing my 2017 enclave premium around 60000 I noticed a problem that felt like vehicle's tires were skipping when making sharp turns. Upon my own extensive research (as I didn’t have time money and couldn’t go won’t vehicle) discovered a clutch pack needed replaced. This is... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

I changed the Air Mass Flow sensor and it’s still showing the check engine light on my dash board and giving me the same code after replacing it brand new. My brakes sound horrible after replacing both sets of brakes, front and back. The Foward Collision Warning sensor did not respond in a timely... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Oct 25, 2025

The horn started malfunctioning recently at around 200k miles, sometimes working sometimes not (regardless of steering wheel positioning). As prior complaints have stated; the suspect was likely the clockspring, but all the steering wheel controls were functioning with no issues and no warning light... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2025

After recall 20AE (Fuel Pump Control Module) was completed at Performance Volkswagen in Lyndhurst, NJ, my vehicle began shutting off while idling and displayed code P0087 – Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low. This issue began immediately after the recall was done. On one of the first nights after t... Read more

Incident date: Mar 17, 2025

I have been experiencing an intermittent issue where the vehicle displays a “Shift to Park” message, even though the gear shift lever is clearly in the Park position. When this happens, the vehicle will not fully shut off, and I have to repeatedly move the shifter back and forth or restart the v... Read more

Incident date: Jun 4, 2025

Transmission failure & clutch needs replacement. Vehicle started hard shifting at low MPH.

Incident date: Jun 4, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the fuel injector was faulty and needed... Read more

Incident date: Jun 4, 2025

Its been over a month and the dealership is unable to remedy this defect. I also called GM and they said the recall in incomplete and its in the preliminary stage. We are concerned that this is a serious safety recall and GM will not offer alternative solutions in a reasonable time.

Incident date: Mar 21, 2025

My car had a bad shifting linkage which I paid for out of pocket. My 2.0 Ecoboost engine is leaking coolant into my oil and makes a very loud concerning ticking noise, along with reduced engine power and sporadic/random loss of brakes. There has been recalls for these issues on most other Ford Fusio... Read more

Incident date: Feb 19, 2025

Had GMC (Leominster, MA), perform the safety recall for the transmission on my Sierra. This is the one for the rear wheel lockup that requires a software update. My battery was completely dead after the vehicle sat for a week. No accessori s plugged in, and it's a 6 month old battery Battery tes... Read more

Incident date: Jan 17, 2025

Safety Recall 15S18 for the power steering control module on my 2012 Ford Fusion. I recently discovered that my vehicle is affected by this recall, and I would like to express my concern that I never received any notification about this important recall. I purchased my 2012 Ford Fusion on [XXX], an... Read more

Incident date: Jun 13, 2024

After the original 2.0L EcoBoost in my MKC Black Label failed from coolant intrusion around 37,500 miles in May 2023, the replacement engine my dealer installed also failed from coolant intrusion. This time, it failed in July 2024 after less than 5,000 miles. Like the first engine failure, the check... Read more

Incident date: Sep 3, 2024

My rear exhaust manifold cracked, was told there should have been have been a recall on them bc they are defective. GM is covering 2019 and 2021 Models, but not 2020 models. I had to replace my alternator at the Chevrolet dealership 6 months ago. In the last month, have had the shift to park me... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

Carvana is attempting to sell this vehicle in Lehi, Utah. After speaking with the Ford dealership that worked on it for an “internal transmission repair” they told me the the vehicle’s engine is bad (full long block replacement is recommended and the dealership told me it’s dangerous) and ne... Read more

Incident date: Aug 17, 2024

Vehicle is under recall with no remedy. This is presenting a safety risk to me and my family.

Incident date: Oct 12, 2022

a/c blower fan blowing irregular cutting out and returning to blow. eventually stopped and replaced the blower, still not working. took to local mechanic pressed on fuses and relays and blower worked for a day. took to another shop to get second opinion and to repair issue. same thing checked fuses... Read more

Incident date: Jun 14, 2024

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the fuel tank detached and fell from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related the failure... Read more

Incident date: Dec 6, 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 10 MPH, after which the low coolant warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. After a visual inspection of the engine compartmen... Read more

Incident date: Dec 4, 2023

As I was driving the vehicle caught fire and I lost brakes. The vehicle had to be put into a retention pond to stop it.

Crash Fire 2 injured

Incident date: Jun 27, 2019

My car is having issues driving over 60miles per hr, I have to keep pressing the gas to get the car to move, the car battery is dead and won’t turn on, I got the car repaired twice and the second time I got it repaired, it just was even worse then before . The car smells like gas , the salesman on... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

First notices that volume control on steering wheel and temp and directional display stopped working about a year ago. Now air bag light stays on when car is started and alarm for seat belts quit working.

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

this yukon is leaking water into the cabin and mold has developed. i do not know when this issue started but i noticed the mold under the passenger rubber mat on 8/26/23. i contacted the local dealer, koon's gmc and they told me that they would charge me to just look at the car even though it is u... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

Our Tesla seems to be experiencing regular phantom braking events. We just had an event today while traveling on the freeway. Our Tesla unexpectedly applied the brakes without warning as if it was trying to avoid a collision. No objects were in sight. Our cruise control was active and we don’t hav... Read more

Incident date: Apr 3, 2023

Well, I don't really know what to do.. Last night the car was sitting in the garage on. And playing a seminar I was watching.on my phone. The keys were nowhere around the car, and the door was unlocked and the car was just sitting there on in the garage. We've only had the car five days, but this wo... Read more

Incident date: Aug 13, 2023

My vehicle sound system sometimes makes ear splitting squelching noises. It has caused my ears to ring. It has done it twice in the last week.

1 injured

Incident date: Aug 13, 2023

--Unwanted Reduction in The Front HVAC Blower Speed and Loss of Radio, Auto AC not working as designed --driver seat vibrating as the lane departure warning activated; I had turned the seat vibrate function off on 25 June 2023. I then went into settings to turn the function off again, and the syste... Read more

Incident date: Aug 13, 2023

BCM Failed causing an electrical start problem and the car will not completely turn off. With BCM failed doors will not unlock with the remote and the car fails to start or starts and fails to turn off. This is a known problem with these cars that honda will not address and a safety concern for m... Read more

Incident date: Aug 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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufac... Read more

Incident date: Aug 8, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated driving 30-35 MPH, the ABS warning light, the check engine warning light, the traction control warning light, and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The odometer became inoperable. The vehicle lost power steering functionality and... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2021

I just purchased a new 2023 Model Y and took my first road trip. Traveling from Broomfield, CO to Santa Fe, NM, and then on to Mesa, AZ on July 16th and 17th. Traveling south on [XXX] I experienced nearly a dozen hard emergency braking events when using cruise control. The hard braking events happen... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2022

pearl white paint chipping away. also both power mirrors went out. one replaced with after market and other one available for inspection

Incident date: Dec 27, 2022

The ‘Air Bag’ light stays on at all times. Its been like this for over 10 years. I’ve called my local Infiniti dealer, they said they cannot replace the Takata airbag until NHTSA identifies this model in a national recall. I’m afraid the airbag may not properly deploy or deploy inadvertent... Read more

Incident date: Dec 27, 2022

12/30/2022 - Check engine light came on. Vehicle struggled to accelerate. No openings available at the mechanics due to holiday. This vehicle is being used for business and travels frequently. 01/03/2023 - Mechanic diagnosed during my scheduled oil change. Check engine light - PO299 popped up (lack ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 12, 2022

Brakes make a squeaking sound when brakes applied. They are loud, this sound is not coming from brake pads or rotors. They are alarming and cause anyone to become startled and could cause crashes.

Incident date: Dec 12, 2022

DAMPER SERVO SUB-ASSEMBLY, AIR CONDITIONER RADIATOR, NO. 2 Part Number: 8710608120 Which also called the bend door actuator failed on my 2017 RX450h at 80,000 mile.The part or door opens to mix hot air form the heating core and cold air to supply heat to the interior of the vehicle. When the bend do... Read more

Incident date: Oct 30, 2022

I just picked My Car up from Bakersfield Motor Ciry Lexus . My engine was replaced with a engine at this location with 65k . I have now notice my car jerk during acceleration from a stop position or uphill possibly from the transmission . I respectfully requesting a claim be opened on this issue ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 30, 2022

Incident date: May 8, 2020

The Dealer Northtown Lexus in Amherst, New York replaced the vacuum pump per a factory recall. As a result, the vacuum pump continues to function improperly. The dealership, whom repaired the vehicle without my authorization, refuses to complete the vehicle repair.

Incident date: Nov 7, 2022

The on board mapping system is no longer accurate for speed limits and as such ( assuming speed limits were lowered for safety reasons) creates an unsafe driving experience. Other manufacturers update there mapping technology at no cost ( eg Audi) Lexus require $500. It needs to be free.

Incident date: Oct 24, 2022

It was found during inspection of front break calipers that rubber dust boots on 3 out of 4 pistons (2 pistons per caliper) were torn apart. Chunks of cut out rubber boots were found inside the pistons. The car never had break work done since the time it was manufactured. The brake pads on both fron... Read more

Incident date: Oct 10, 2022

When checking the emergency SOS function in my car I found that it did not work. I called Lexus support and was told that the following safety systems would no longer be operative: Lexus Enform Safety Connect including Automatic Collision Notification; Enhanced Roadside Assistance; Emergency Assi... Read more

Incident date: May 8, 2020

On 5/8/2020, Northtown Lexus replaced or repaired the vacuum pump. Northtown Lexus required the vehicle to be returned for repair twice, following the initial repair on 5/8/2020. After three attempts, the vehicle's vacuum pump (per a factory recall) is not functioning properly. Northtown Lexus re... Read more

Incident date: May 8, 2020

Incident date: May 5, 2022

At the beginning of the Month of May as the weather got hot I turned on the AC and suddenly the windshield cracked more than 6 inches long with no previous damage.

Incident date: Jul 15, 2022

Sunroof Glass Failure Report: I was traveling on the interstate at the speed limit and there was a loud bang, which after I pulled over, discovered that the sunroof had "exploded". There was no sign of anything hitting it and the weather was typical for the Texas Gulf Coast in a July morning. Luck... Read more

Incident date: May 26, 2022

Rear ended vehicle automatic braking did not activate

Crash

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 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

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

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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

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

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022

350000 EQUIPMENT

Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022

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

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

200000 WHEELS

190000 TIRES

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.

160000 STRUCTURE

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).

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 (current)	0	59
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	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

Other LEXUS Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
LS	421	284	View
TX	406	75	View
LX	353	73	View
NX	352	296	View
NX HYBRID	310	13	View
LS HYBRID	256	5	View
RZ	252	29	View
RX HYBRID	249	473	View

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2017 LEXUS RX

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 LEXUS RX

Most Affected Components

LEXUS RX - All Years Overview

LEXUS RX - Year by Year

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