2011 Lexus RX350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX350 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 11th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Lexus RX350. That ranks 11th out of 20 RX350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (9 complaints, 30%), typically at around 32,500 miles. Complaints mention 15 crashes, 2 fires, 9 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 30owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 15complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 9 | 30% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 27% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 7 | 23% | 86,300 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 20% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 20% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 10% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 7% | 3,287 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3% | 66,437 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 3% | 50,841 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 3% | 10 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 97,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Lexus RX350 recalls (1)
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Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 lexus rx350 passenger cars manufactured from august 30, 2010, through may 18, 2011, and equipped with vehicle dynamics integrated management (vdim). The calibration for the hydraulic control valves is incorrect. Due to this condition, there is a possibility that the right front wheel may not be controlled properly during abs (antilock brake system) or vsc (vehicle stability control) actuation.
Risk: This could result in increased stopping distances and/or a failure to adequately correct a vehicle slide, which could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake actuator with a new one, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 8, 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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 2011 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, an abnormal clicking sound was coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the AWD and oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over and discovered oil leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 lexus rx350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, noticed smoke emerging from the engine compartment. No warning indicators illuminated. The fire department extinguished the fire. The police was also present. The vehicle was towed to an impound…
My 2011 lexus rx350 has rubber oil cooler hose and lexus usa will not replace the pressurized rubber hose despite known incidents of catastrophic failure of the part. On some rx350 models, lexus has an extended warranty and replacement in case the part is leaking oil, but i was told by lexus that…
Clicking sound when turning right or left
Parked in driveway in back of house, beside deck after short trip to store. Smelled a melting smell outside. Maybe five minutes later the smell started coming inside the house. We looked outside and saw smoke and thought the house was on fire. We went outside and there was smoke and flames coming…
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 | 30 | 1 |
| 2010 RX350 | 94 | 1 |
| 2009 RX350 | 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 2011 Lexus RX350?
Owners most often report service brakes, vehicle speed control, engine problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Lexus RX350?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 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 2011 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.