2010 Lexus RX: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 76 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine (24% of complaints); the 2009 and 2011 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · 1 new complaint in the last 90 days
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recalls
76
owner complaints
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fire reports
55,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No fire reportsNo recall campaignsWeak spot: engine (24%)
Common problems
Computed from 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Engine (engine mechanics)24% · 17 complaints
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)10% · 7 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)8% · 6 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)8% · 6 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)8% · 6 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)6% · 4 complaints
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Lexus RX 350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 139,000. It was discovered that the mileage was 177,000 in 2022. The contact contacted the Police, and the contact was advised to file a civil suit.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2026
“I was not made aware of the recall on the rubber oil cooler hoses. The rubber hoses malfunctioned and all the oil leaked out on 4/13/2026. I paid to have fixed. Lexus kept the hoses. This could have ruined my engine, caused an explosion or fire. When the warning light came on I stopped driving. Lexus would not discuss the issue. I am concerned I was never made aware of this issue. I bought the vehicle in 2012 at the dealership and all service has been done there.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2026
“The suv pulls hard to the right when accelerating and has almost driven me off the road. it does it at random times and its super dangerous”Owner report · Suspension · Jan 2026
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“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Lexus RX450H. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 118,000. It was later discovered that the mileage was 183,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2025
“I purchased this vehicle. It was advertised with 117,000 miles and I did an auto check and I was asked to verify if that was the correct mileage on the vehicle because the last check-in showed the vehicle to have over 250,000 miles on it so I am concerned that this vehicle misrepresented the mileage and possibly turned back the odometer.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2025
“When parked and turning the steering wheel or driving at low speed you hear a clunk / clunck noise vehicle makes knocking noises as it jumps up and down (bumpy) or vibrates when driving You can also feel it in your hands. Also it rattles and makes noises when turning. It feels like there is no lubrication. The drive feels not only unstable but also is very distractive while driving. Took car to Lexus and was told it is steering column or shaft or both; quote around $4000 with labor. Seems like a lot of people had same problems and the steering is manufacturing defect that should be recalled as a safety concern.”Owner report · Steering · Mar 2024
“ABS TCS lights came on and check brakes warning was displayed. The power assist failed making the brake pedal very hard to press in order to stop.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Sep 2023
“Abs actuator failure causing wheels to lock up in wet conditions along with loss of control..I nearly crashed into pedestrians when it failed. suddenly check abs light came on along with abs system malfunction...I could've been killed or killed someone. lexus will not cover the repair though they did for customers under 50k miles and under warranty which is completely criminal. Any lexus of Toyota highlander with abs assembly part # 44510-48080 needs to be recalled and replaced at Toyota and lexus immediately. They want $4000 to fix the system knowing they sold a critical safety part that malfunctions.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Feb 2023
“ABS System failure Suddenly while driving in wet conditions abs malfunction appears check brake system appears, brakes locked up several times under light braking pressure first occurred two months ago. Dealer inspected estimated repair 3700$ Not isolated event as I see many complaints online from other owners”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jan 2023
“The speakers in my car made a loud noise and I thought someone hit my car. Ever since then it'll keep happening and it'll startle me when I'm driving. Sometimes my speakers would have really loud static sound and it's impossible to turn it off. It's extremely dangerous to be startled like that when I'm driving.”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2022
When filing, owners marked a crash in 9 of these complaints and injuries in 3 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2010 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
Engines3.5L
Cylinders6
FuelGasoline
Drive type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 · 4x2
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Is the 2010 Lexus RX reliable?
NHTSA has 76 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Lexus RX. The most complained-about area is engine (24% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2010 Lexus RX problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 55,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.