MYRModel Year Report

2013 Lexus RX 350

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2013 Lexus RX 350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:53:55.808Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus RX 350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2013: 30 complaints 2013
2013: 30 complaints
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YearComplaints
201330

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES 27%

27% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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DRIVING DOWN I-85S IN BETWEEN MORELAND AND GRANTVILLE, GA MY CAR MADE A THUMP SOUND AND THEN CUTOFF. I PULL THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE TO SEE WHY IT CUT OFF. I EXITED THE CAR WITH MY PASSENGERS AND WE NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AREA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180816

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 17%

17% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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I WAS DRIVING ON I-59 NORTH WITH WIFE AS PASSENGER WITH RADAR CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 70 MPH APPROACHING DEPARTURE EXIT. I TAPPED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO RELEASE THE CC AND IT DID NOT RELEASE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130312

STEERING 13%

13% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 13%

13% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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DRIVING DOWN I-85S IN BETWEEN MORELAND AND GRANTVILLE, GA MY CAR MADE A THUMP SOUND AND THEN CUTOFF. I PULL THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE TO SEE WHY IT CUT OFF. I EXITED THE CAR WITH MY PASSENGERS AND WE NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AREA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180816

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Lexus RX 350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Lexus RX 350 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lexus RX 350?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Lexus RX 350 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.