MYRModel Year Report

2005 Lexus RX330

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2005 Lexus RX330
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:36.161Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
165
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Exterior lighting

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 287 complaints 2004 2005: 165 complaints 2005 165 2006: 67 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2011: 1 complaint 2011
2004: 287 complaints 2004 2005: 165 complaints 2005 165 2006: 67 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2011: 1 complaint 2011
2004: 287 complaints 2004 2005: 165 complaints 2005 165 2006: 67 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2011: 1 complaint 2011

2005: 165 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2004287
2005165
200667
20075
20091
20111

Known problem areas

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

Exterior lighting

19% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing headlights.

Structure

19% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing body and dashboard.

Steering

18% · 29 reports

Power train

12% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASHFIRE
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Car was parked and a fire broke out underneath the car. Fire department put it out and said there was leakage, but they didn't know what caused it. I had car towed to Lexus dealer in lexington ky.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-28

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Lexus RX330. After parking the vehicle in the driveway, the contact left the gear in drive and removed the key from the ignition. She exited the vehicle and it began rolling backwards.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-02

Air bags

8% · 14 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Vehicle involved in a single vehicle crash and the airbags failed to deploy upon impact with center divide at an approximate speed of 45 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-14

Vehicle rearended a stationary vehicle in excess of 30 MPH. Neither airbag deployed. San ramon pd report #[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (Foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-29

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-07-24Vehicle speed control06V253000 On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the two floor carpet cover retaining clips free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2006, and should be completed by early September 2006. Owners may contact Toyota at…

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  2. I
    2010-02-16Recall queryClosed 2011-03-01 Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
  3. R
    2011-05-06Vehicle speed control11V112000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus RX330, RX350, and RX400H vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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  4. R
    2011-12-31Engine and engine cooling11V539000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 Lexus ES330 and RX330; and 2006…

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no…

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Lexus RX330 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Exterior lighting: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 29 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V253000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 11V112000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 11V539000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Lexus RX330 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 RX330?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Lexus RX330 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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