2016 Lexus RX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX years
- About as many complaints as other years 17th of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Lexus RX. That ranks 17th out of 28 RX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (7 complaints, 25%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 28owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 7 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Lexus RX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 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 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…
*Driver-side entry failure = primary access point compromised * Could trap occupants if internal handle fails or after an accident * Emergency responders rely on driver-side access first * This is not normal wear and tearâitâs a safety-related failure.
The electronic screen on dashboard that displays map, HVAC, etc. turns pink then black and disappears for several minutes. One then has no control over the various functions displayed on the screen. I've done a hard reset by disconnecting the battery for several minutes...to no avail. Thank you.
The contact owns a 2016 Lexus RX 350. While the contact was inside the building where she worked, the hazard lights were flashing unintendedly. When the contact arrived at the residence, the hazard lights were flashing again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact…
Both sides of the black wheel guides have popped off causing damage to the front bumper and wheel fenders.
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 | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 RX | 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 2016 Lexus RX?
Owners most often report structure, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Lexus RX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 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 2016 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.