2015 Lexus RX350
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
- 42
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
21% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 42 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 167 |
| 2008 | 126 |
| 2009 | 97 |
| 2010 | 94 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2017 | 46 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
21% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Engine fire which destroyed entire car on a clear 70 degree day at 65 MPH,operator is non smoker,on a well maintained 4 lane highway car burst into flames at 12:30PM car exclusively serviced at authorized Lexus dealers and all scheduled...
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-10
My car caught fire on its own. I was awaken by the police who said that my parked car is on fire. The fire department and police confirmed that the fire started on its own from the engine and there is no larceny.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-08
Also filed under Electrical system
Vehicle speed control
17% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact called on behalf of his spouse who owns a 2015 Lexus RX350. While attempting to park the vehicle, it accelerated independently and crashed into a light pole and two parked vehicles. There were no injuries sustained.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-20
Fuel/propulsion system
17% · 7 reportsAir bags
12% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While driving straight at 40 MPH, my car was hit by an oncoming vehicle directly across the front of my car (Bumper to bumper impact). I applied my brakes but was not at a stop at time of impact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-15
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Lexus RX350. While making a left turn, the contact crashed into the front driver side of another vehicle. The vehicle accelerated extremely fast. The brake pedal was depressed, but failed to stop the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-18
Structure
10% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing body and door.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-11-17Fuel system, gasoline14V576000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Lexus RX350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V576000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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- Is the 2015 Lexus RX350 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Lexus RX350 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus RX350?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus RX350 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.