2012 Lexus RX350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RX350 years
- About as many complaints as other years 9th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Lexus RX350. That ranks 9th out of 20 RX350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (10 complaints, 30%), typically at around 14,439 miles. Complaints mention 11 crashes, 2 fires, 13 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 33owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 11complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 30% | 14,439 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 15% | 70,062 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 12% | 66,123 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 12% | 49,994 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 12% | 65,562 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 12% | 710 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 9% | 29,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 6% | 26,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 6% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | 71,534 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | 92,988 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 11,272 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 3% | 29,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Lexus RX350 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.
Risk: If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. 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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LEXUS RX330. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ABS AND BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUDI PENSACOLA LOCATED AT 6303 PENSACOLA…
The cfei (certified fire & explosion investigator) fire lieutenant/investigator with the city of ft. Lauderdale's fire dept, who also responded to my 911 call, had pointed out and explained to me the intensity of flame, heat and burn pattern in the engine and stated that this was caused by a…
I was broadsided on my drivers door and not 1 airbag went off. The officer said she was driving at least 40mph. I had left the stop sign to make my left hand turn when it occured. My car was totaled
I am the original owner of a 2013 lexus rx350. On august 14, 2019 as i was parking my car and rolling into a parking spot, with my foot only on the brake pedal, the engine revved and the car accelerated forward. The car hit a curb and gave me the time to react and applied enough brake pressure to…
During driving in the highway suddenly the whole vehicle is shaking and reduced speed suddenly; all kind of engine warning lights are turned on as have to pull aside on the highway. Have to tow the car to the dealership and found that cylinder valve spring inside the engine has broken as the car…
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 | 33 | 1 |
| 2011 RX350 | 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 2012 Lexus RX350?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, service brakes, air bags problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Lexus RX350?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 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 2012 has about as many complaints as a typical year, 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.