2015 Lexus RX350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 31, 2021 · 42 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RX350 years
More complaints than other years 8th of 20 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version)

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lexus RX350. That ranks 8th out of 20 RX350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (10 complaints, 24%), typically at around 28,350 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Lexus RX350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other10 · ~28,350 mi
Engine9 · ~27,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System7 · ~28,650 mi
Vehicle Speed Control7 · ~16,000 mi
Air Bags5 · ~30,000 mi
Structure4 · ~13,750 mi
Electrical System3 · ~4,800 mi
Power Train2 · ~35,750 mi
Seat Belts2 · ~63,141 mi
Service Brakes2 · ~26,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other1024%28,350——
Engine921%27,500——
Fuel/propulsion System717%28,650——
Vehicle Speed Control717%16,000——
Air Bags512%30,000——
Structure410%13,750——
Electrical System37%4,800——
Power Train25%35,750——
Seat Belts25%63,141——
Service Brakes25%26,500——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)12%16,000——
Seats12%———
Steering12%48,000——
Tires12%3,930——
Visibility12%36,600——
Visibility/wiper12%6,000——
Wheels12%3,950——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 10 complaints
2015: 4201542016: 102016102017: 3201732018: 102018102019: 5201952020: 7202072021: 320213

n = 42 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Lexus RX350 recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsSep 19, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V576000 · 15,872 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service 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 2015 lexus rx350. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle loss motive power. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The contact stated that the power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The…

Engine · received Mar 31, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11405765

Engine abruptly stops and i have a 3 second stall, then the car resumes normal operation. Could be a real serious accident without warning. This happened in motion on a highway from a stop light or stop sign or pulling out onto traffic.

Engine · received Feb 26, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11398045

My driver side window turns completely outward when i start my car. It also happens when i lock the door. I have to physically turn it back to the correct position before i can drive. I went to the lexus dealership, and was told that it would cost me over $1200 to have it repaired. I am a disabled…

Electrical System · received Feb 12, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11396002

Recall for fuel delivery pipe -replacement because of potential leak, causing a fire.

Engine · received Nov 19, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11375433

When initially entering my vin: [xxx] , results came up as a 2015 rx 330 which is incorrect. Mine is an rx 350. This left me unsure whether or not the information which followed was correct???? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received May 26, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11325964

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus RX350?

Owners most often report unknown or other, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 10 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Lexus RX350?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 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 2015 has more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version) overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.