2009 Lexus RX350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX350 years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Lexus RX350. That ranks 3rd out of 20 RX350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (28 complaints, 29%), typically at around 54,660 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 97owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Lexus RX350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 28 | 29% | 54,660 | — | — |
| Structure | 17 | 18% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 12 | 12% | 107,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 8% | 70,410 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 8% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 7% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 7% | 49,100 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 6% | 30,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 4% | 88,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3% | 10,750 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3% | 84,618 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 26,688 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | 50,026 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 19,200 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 139,932 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Lexus RX350 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Lexus RX350.
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.
The contact owns a 2009 Lexus RX350. The contact stated she notice a crack across the dashboard near the airbag on the passengerâs side that had started to expand. The contact notified the dealer and was informed that there was nothing they could do to assist because the recall had already…
The contact owns a 2009 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that a crack had formed on the dashboard extending horizontally from the driverâs side instrument panel to the passengerâs side air bag housing. The contact also stated that the dashboard was sticky and appeared to be melting. The contact…
Upon arriving home and parking in my driveway, a trail of oil lined my path. As soon as it was in park, oil began gushing out into a puddle under the car. Upon further research, it was found that lexus had issues with the oil cooler hose used during manufacturing, being rubber and leaking or…
My dash board is melting and falling apart!!! My fingers & hand stick to the dashboard and everything that is up there gets stuck to it!!!! I can touch it and leave a mark or push in it & it will leave an imprint!!! Something is so wrong with this dashboard, it's totally defective and has caused my…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 LEXUS RX350. THE CONTACT WAS ALERTED BY A NEIGHBOR THAT THE REAR PASSENGAR SIDE TAILGATE GLASS WAS BROKEN. THE CONTACT OPENED THE DOOR AND THE VEHICLE WAS WET INSIDE, INCLUDING CONTENTS INSIDE THE VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS ATTACHED TO THE DOOR OF THE VEHICLE…
Other Lexus RX350 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 RX350 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 RX350 | 10 | 0 |
| 2021 RX350 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 RX350 | 7 | 1 |
| 2019 RX350 | 31 | 3 |
| 2018 RX350 | 18 | 1 |
| 2017 RX350 | 46 | 3 |
| 2016 RX350 | 58 | 3 |
| 2015 RX350 | 42 | 1 |
| 2014 RX350 | 15 | 0 |
| 2013 RX350 | 59 | 1 |
| 2012 RX350 | 33 | 1 |
| 2011 RX350 | 30 | 1 |
| 2010 RX350 | 94 | 1 |
| 2009 | 97 | 0 |
| 2008 RX350 | 126 | 0 |
| 2007 RX350 | 167 | 1 |
| 2006 RX350 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 RX350 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 RX350 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Lexus RX350?
Owners most often report steering, structure, engine problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 28 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Lexus RX350?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 Lexus RX350 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RX350 model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.