2010 Lexus RX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Lexus RX. That is the most of any RX model year in the database (28 years). The most reported problem area is engine (21 complaints, 27%), typically at around 121,000 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 77owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 Lexus RX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 27% | 121,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | 13% | 105,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 13% | 4,367 | — | — |
| Steering | 9 | 12% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 10% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 9% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 8% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 8% | 136,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 4% | 4,400 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4% | 11,184 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 4% | 77,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 4% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 4% | 720 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3% | 1 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 3% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 3% | 13,999 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 3% | 18,135 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 2,300 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 720 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Lexus RX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 Lexus RX.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
We had a known oil line ruptured the oil cooler, there was a serviceable and sit out to the dealers to only repair if it was leaking and they extended it to 10 years $150,000 miles our vehicle had a rupture at 170,000 miles we were never told about the recall or we would have it done earlier we now…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Lexus RX 350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 139,000. It was discovered that the mileage was 177,000 in 2022. The contact contacted the Police, and…
I was looking at common problems associated with the make and model of my car. I came across an issue that could possibly cause engine failure. I am unsure if any one has reported it yet. here are the details - Problem overview An VVT-i oil line on the Lexus RX350 is known to burst. This is a very…
I was not made aware of the recall on the rubber oil cooler hoses. The rubber hoses malfunctioned and all the oil leaked out on 4/13/2026. I paid to have fixed. Lexus kept the hoses. This could have ruined my engine, caused an explosion or fire. When the warning light came on I stopped driving…
The suv pulls hard to the right when accelerating and has almost driven me off the road. it does it at random times and its super dangerous
Other Lexus RX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 RX | 10 | 3 |
| 2025 RX | 22 | 4 |
| 2024 RX | 59 | 4 |
| 2023 RX | 62 | 3 |
| 2022 RX | 29 | 0 |
| 2021 RX | 70 | 1 |
| 2020 RX | 46 | 1 |
| 2019 RX | 34 | 1 |
| 2018 RX | 26 | 0 |
| 2017 RX | 47 | 0 |
| 2016 RX | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 RX | 20 | 0 |
| 2014 RX | 12 | 0 |
| 2013 RX | 19 | 0 |
| 2012 RX | 12 | 0 |
| 2011 RX | 29 | 0 |
| 2010 | 77 | 0 |
| 2009 RX | 34 | 0 |
| 2008 RX | 70 | 0 |
| 2007 RX | 58 | 0 |
| 2006 RX | 32 | 1 |
| 2005 RX | 27 | 1 |
| 2004 RX | 40 | 1 |
| 2003 RX | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 RX | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 RX | 19 | 0 |
| 2000 RX | 29 | 0 |
| 1999 RX | 35 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus RX?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 21 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Lexus RX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2010 Lexus RX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RX model years, the 2010 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.