Lexus RX350 Engine Problems
Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Lexus RX350 across 14 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (36). The words owners use most often: “oil cooler” (22% of reports).
- 113engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 41%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Oil cooler: mentioned in 25 of 113 complaints (22%)
- Engine damage: mentioned in 6 of 113 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 106 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 113 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 12 a fire, 2 an injury.
Lexus RX350 engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 RX350 | 1 | 10% | — |
| 2020 RX350 | 1 | 14% | 2,450 |
| 2019 RX350 | 3 | 10% | 2,800 |
| 2018 RX350 | 3 | 17% | 12,000 |
| 2017 RX350 | 6 | 13% | 3,250 |
| 2016 RX350 | 5 | 9% | 17,731 |
| 2015 RX350 | 9 | 21% | 27,500 |
| 2013 RX350 | 6 | 10% | 64,000 |
| 2012 RX350 | 4 | 12% | 65,562 |
| 2011 RX350 | 7 | 23% | 86,300 |
| 2010 RX350 | 8 | 9% | 137,173 |
| 2009 RX350 | 12 | 12% | 107,000 |
| 2008 RX350 | 12 | 10% | 110,000 |
| 2007 RX350 | 36 | 22% | 96,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists engine for the Lexus RX350. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The exhaust in my 2022 RX350 causes droning and vibrations at 1500rpm while driving at 25-30mph and 55-60mph. Most of the vivrations can be felt at the catalytic converter exhaust assembly. How was…
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…
The contact owns a 2010 LEXUS RX350. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, she saw light white smoke floating through the air which she initially assumed came from the vehicle ahead of her. As she exited the highway and came to a stop, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated with an…
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 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Lexus RX350s have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 113 owner complaints about engine for the Lexus RX350. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Lexus RX350 engine?
No recall currently lists engine for this vehicle.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Lexus RX350?
The most frequent phrase is “oil cooler”, in 25 of 113 complaints, followed by “engine damage” (6).
Other Lexus RX350 problems
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