2016 Lexus RX
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2016: 28 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
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
7 of 28 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and interior.
Engine
5 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I am reporting a safety issue with a 2016 Lexus RX350, VIN [XXX], with about 60,000 miles. The vehicle is registered in [XXX] and was being driven to [XXX] when it suddenly overheated on XXX near [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-20
Lexus RX350 has Timing Cover Gasket issue. My car is manufactured in 2016 and had only 59,757 miles on it but late last year the dealership discovered the leak after an oil change.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-02
Power train
4 of 28 total reports mention: power train.
Electrical system
4 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.
Service brakes
4 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
2016 Lexus RX-360. Consumer stated that failed to stop which resulted in a collision.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-07
Loss of power brake assist. The Lexus dealer diagnosed a failed vacuum pump. This is common with the 2016/2017 RX 350's.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-20
âlow braking powerâ message
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-09-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2016 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Lexus RX?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 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.