MYRModel Year Report

2011 Lexus RX

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2011 Lexus RX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:14:12.167Z

Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus RX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 1999: 35 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2001: 19 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2003 2004: 40 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2006: 31 complaints 2007: 58 complaints 2007 2008: 69 complaints 2009: 34 complaints 2010: 75 complaints 2011: 29 complaints 2011 2012: 11 complaints 2013: 18 complaints 2014: 11 complaints 2015: 20 complaints 2015 2016: 27 complaints 2017: 45 complaints 2018: 24 complaints 2019: 33 complaints 2019 2020: 44 complaints 2021: 69 complaints 2022: 26 complaints 2023: 53 complaints 2023 2024: 52 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2011: 29 complaints
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YearComplaints
199935
200029
200119
200212
20034
200440
200527
200631
200758
200869
200934
201075
201129
201211
201318
201411
201520
201627
201745
201824
201933
202044
202169
202226
202353
202452
202517
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

10 of 29 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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My 2011 Lexus RX350 was running fine as I ran errands for groceries and other items around town one day.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240314

STRUCTURE

4 of 29 total reports mention: structure.

FIRE
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On Saturday July 15, 2023, at between about 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. CDST the vehicle was parked overnight in a garage, spontaneously caught fire and burned and was a total loss. There was a smell I would associate with an electrical fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230715

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes.

AIR BAGS

4 of 29 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS RX 450H. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210510

AIRBAGS FAILED DURING A MAJOR ACCIDENT

NHTSA ODI report, 20210510

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The contact owns a 2011 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH the front driver seat heater was activated and moments later smoke and flames were present coming from the center console of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240909

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2006 ● 2009 ● 2019

WORST YEARS

◆ 2010 ◆ 2021 ◆ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2011 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 2011 Lexus RX?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus RX 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.