Is the 2010 Lexus RX reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Lexus RX is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus RX?

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

How many recalls does the 2010 Lexus RX have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2010 Lexus RX

◆ Worse than typical

2010 Lexus RX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:43:44.012Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

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: 77
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2010: 77 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1999	35
2000	29
2001	19
2002	12
2003	4
2004	40
2005	27
2006	32
2007	58
2008	70
2009	34
2010	77
2011	29
2012	12
2013	18
2014	12
2015	20
2016	28
2017	47
2018	26
2019	34
2020	48
2021	70
2022	29
2023	60
2024	60
2025	23
2026	10

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

27% · 21 reports

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We had a known oil line ruptured the oil cooler, there was a serviceable and sit out to the dealers to only repair if it was leaking and they extended it to 10 years $150,000 miles our vehicle had a rupture at 170,000 miles we were never told about...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-30

There is a known issue in the form of a Warranty Policy Bulletin and I believe a recall in Canada for a faulty engine oil cooler line that was made of rubber and fails under heat (now replaced by metal lines).

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-20

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Service brakes

25% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

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As I was pulling in a business center to park, I step on the brake but the car would not stop. The accelerator continues and caused my car to run into a power box at a business. This caused the business to have a power outage for the entire day.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-22

Also filed under Vehicle speed control and air bags

When I was on reverse gear in my Lexus trying to get out of the parking spot, there was sudden unintended acceleration crashing my Lexus into a parked vehicle. I tried to hit the brakes which did not work and the vehicle did not stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-11

Vehicle speed control

13% · 10 reports

CRASHINJURY

Steering

12% · 9 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

8% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2010Complaint volume 77 complaints filed for this model year.

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2010 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 21 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 19 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 10 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Lexus RX reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Lexus RX is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus RX?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Lexus RX have?: No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.