2019 Lexus RX
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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
33% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While vehicle was being driven into the garage the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it own without driver pushing on gas pedal. Vehicles automatic emergency braking did not engage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231121
24% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while his wife, was reversing in the driveway she hit the retaining wall. The driving alarms failed to engage and alert.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210930
21% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH21% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While vehicle was being driven into the garage the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it own without driver pushing on gas pedal. Vehicles automatic emergency braking did not engage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231121
18% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While vehicle was being driven into the garage the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it own without driver pushing on gas pedal. Vehicles automatic emergency braking did not engage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231121
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.
Campaign 25V028000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Lexus RX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V028000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Lexus RX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Lexus RX is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lexus RX?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 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.