2015 Lexus RX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX years
- Fewer complaints than other years 21st of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lexus RX. That ranks 21st out of 28 RX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 25%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 20owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 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 | 5 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 20% | 81,500 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 15% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 15% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 5% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Lexus RX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 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.
I was driving on the highway and suddenly there was a loud explosion and the sound of hundreds of time things or debris hitting my car. Thankfully I did not hit the brakes or lose control of my vehicle, but I easily could have! I then saw little pieces of glass falling off my car from my rear view…
Transfer case spontaneously fractured,mounting point on transmission broke. Unable to drive Repair cost approximately $13,000
I purchased this vehicle on January 5, 2026, from a family-owned dealership in Broken Arrow, OK. The vehicle was purchased âas-isâ with a guarantee of sale and a Carfax report. After purchasing the vehicle, I drove it home and it remained parked until January 8, 2026. On Thursday, January 8…
The contact owns a 2015 Lexus RX. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the steering wheel was shaking and vibrating, and it was loose. The vehicle was taken to a local independent dealer who replaced the control arms, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an…
Blind Spot Warning. Available for inspection Warning Monitor goes on and off on a regular basis and light on dash identifies this problem No, not confirmed No, not inspected warning light on dash, message states failure
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 | 47 | 1 |
| 2019 RX | 34 | 1 |
| 2018 RX | 26 | 0 |
| 2017 RX | 47 | 0 |
| 2016 RX | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 |
| 2014 RX | 12 | 0 |
| 2013 RX | 19 | 0 |
| 2012 RX | 12 | 0 |
| 2011 RX | 29 | 0 |
| 2010 RX | 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 2015 Lexus RX?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, steering problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Lexus RX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2015 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 2015 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.