2005 Lexus RX

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2005 Lexus RX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:14:47.314Z

Only 27 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2005: 27 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1999	35
2000	29
2001	19
2002	12
2003	4
2004	40
2005	27
2006	31
2007	58
2008	69
2009	34
2010	75
2011	29
2012	11
2013	18
2014	11
2015	20
2016	27
2017	45
2018	24
2019	33
2020	44
2021	69
2022	26
2023	53
2024	52
2025	17
2026	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

5 of 27 total reports mention: air bags.

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THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AROUND THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THE AIRBAG WAS DESIGNED WITH A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF RESISTANCE FROM THE DASHBOARD. MAJOR CONCERN WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT SPEED WITH LESS RESISTANCE FROM DASHBOARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140523

STRUCTURE

3 of 27 total reports mention: structure.

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NHTSA ODI report, 20140523

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY

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PULLING IN TO A PARKING SLOT AT DENTAL OFFICE, WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY REVVED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD AT A HIGH SPEED. WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR DID NOT STOP UNTIL HITTING THE ROCK WALL SIDE OF THE BUILDING. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200506

WHILE BACKING OUT OF MY PARKING PLACE IN OUR UNDERGROUND GARAGE I PUT ON THE BRAKE TO GO FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. WHEN I PUT THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE THE ENGINE RACED UP AND THE CAR SURGED FORWARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110913

STEERING

2 of 27 total reports mention: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20100216 — RQ (closed 20110301)

Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration

R 20101115 — service brakes, hydraulic

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAL WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 AND

Campaign 10V499000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 10V499000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2006 ● 2009 ● 2019

WORST YEARS

◆ 2010 ◆ 2021 ◆ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2005 Lexus RX 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 2005 Lexus RX?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Lexus RX have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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