2018 Lexus RX350

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2018 Lexus RX350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:32:43.870Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus RX350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 167 complaints 2007 2008: 126 complaints 2009: 97 complaints 2010: 94 complaints 2010 2011: 30 complaints 2012: 33 complaints 2013: 29 complaints 2013 2014: 15 complaints 2015: 42 complaints 2016: 58 complaints 2016 2017: 46 complaints 2018: 18 complaints 2018 2019: 31 complaints 2019 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 1 complaints 2022: 10 complaints 2022 2023: 4 complaints 2023
2018: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
20040
20050
20060
2007167
2008126
200997
201094
201130
201233
201329
201415
201542
201658
201746
201818
201931
20207
20211
202210
20234

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

6 of 18 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

POWER TRAIN

4 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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I GOT INTO ACCIDENT AND NO AIRBAG DEPLOYED EVEN AT HIGH IMPACT AND OTHE OTHE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191202

ENGINE

3 of 18 total reports mention: engine.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20200501 — fuel system, gasoline

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.

Campaign 20V012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Lexus RX350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ▲ 2011 ▲ 2012

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ■ 2008 ■ 2010

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Lexus RX350 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 2018 Lexus RX350?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus RX350 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.