Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 Lexus RX350 peaked in 2020, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2021 Lexus RX350
SUV, gasoline, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in Canada. Owner complaints on file from Dec 13, 2020 to Dec 13, 2020.
Recall campaigns covering this model year11,081 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2021 suv
Severity index0.02021 suvs average 6.1
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2021 Lexus RX350 name structure
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 2021 Lexus RX350
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-043 | Feb 3, 2021 | Transport hook may not have been removed prior to sale | Fuel system | 1,081 | Inspection |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 Lexus RX350
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Dec 13, 2020Failure Dec 13, 202060 milesPrattville, ALBody, Unknown or other
I WAS DRIVING HOME ON US HIGHWAY 82 AND MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I KNOW THE DOOR WAS COMPLETELY CLOSED BEFORE I BEGAN DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS OR AUDIBLE ALARMS UNTIL THE DOOR AUTOMATICALLY OPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING.
NHTSA complaint 11383206
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
86 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- Bulletin May 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SPOC: Effective immediately, Lexus is issuing a stop sale on part numbers 85212-YZZ2L-LX & 85212-YZZ2M-LX, which may have a quality concern relating to a missing kit component (mispack). Lexus is requesting the return of ALL Dealer inventory of these parts … - LSB004319 Feb 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23 - LSB000723 Feb 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a… - LSB000323 Feb 2, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 350 vehicles may exhibit a droning noise from the exhaust system at takeoff or under light acceleration. Countermeasure parts are available to reduce the droning noise. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to addr… - 23LD01_RX 350 TO Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 23LD01 TOW CONVERTER NOT INSTALLED CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR RX350 - 23LD01 RX Tow Co Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
RL: The involved vehicles equipped with the Tow Prep Packages did not have the Tow Converter installed - 23LD01 RX Tow Co Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: The involved vehicles equipped with the Tow Prep Package did not have the Tow Converter installed. - 23LD01_RX 350 TO Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 23LD01 TOW CONVERTER NOT INSTALLED CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR RX350 - 23LD01 RX Tow Co Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
RL: The involved vehicles equipped with the Tow Prep Packages did not have the Tow Converter installed - 23LD01 RX Tow Co Mar 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: The involved vehicles equipped with the Tow Prep Package did not have the Tow Converter installed. - L-SB-0057-22 Dec 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to del… - L-SB-0003-19 Rev Sep 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS 500 and LS 500h and 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the rear combination lamp front corner on the right and/or left-hand side expands and contacts the body. This condition … - LSB001422 Jun 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving over a bumpy road. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulle… - LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine - L-SB-0033-22 Aug 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2017 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit water leaking from the moon roof when going through a high-pressure rinse cycle car wash. In most cases, a small amount of water is either missing or bouncing off the rain gutter and d… - LSB001422 Jun 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving over a bumpy road. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulle… - LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine - LTT031622 May 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center. - Service Campaign May 11, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - L-TT-0302-21 Rev Jul 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 2019-2022 model year RX350/L AWD equipped vehicles may have had the LX 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil used during assembly. ?The difference between the LT and LX type gear oil is only relevant to models equipped with Limited Slip type (Dynamic Torque Vecto… - TECHNICAL INSTRU Jun 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS. - Safety Recall 22 Apr 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 - LTT029721 Mar 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. - LTT031322 Mar 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 17-22MY RX350 vehicles with engine serial numbers that start with F or G, may experience an engine oil leak condition from the No.2 Oil pan. This issue is currently under investigation. Please take detailed pictures of the location of the oil pan l… - 22LC01 Technical Apr 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 2022 GX460 - 22LC01 Technical Apr 25, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 202… - L-TT-0313-22 Mar 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 2017-2022 RX350 vehicles may experience an engine oil leak condition from the No.2 Oil pan. This issue is currently under investigation. Please take detailed pictures of the location of the oil pan leak condition before repair. - L-TT-0297-21 Rev Mar 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns - L-SB-0004-22 Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this servi… - 22LC01 Technical Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 202… - 22LC01 Area Lett Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - 22LC01 Dealer Pa Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - L-SB-0025-21 Rev Feb 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with Pioneer Audio (version 1804) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Abnormal Bluetooth® Audio Mode transition. ?Difficult radio tune knob operation when selecting au… - L-SB-0002-22 Jan 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring … - L-TT-0279-20 Rev Jan 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some guests may experience the inability to activate the Lexus Enform Remote app or the Lexus Enform Remote becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replac… - Lexus PRO19-02 - Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests i… - L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the dat… - L-SB-0046-18 Rev Sep 14, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 350L vehicles may exhibit a knocking noise from the fuel tank area at idle, vehicle stationary, with a full tank of gasoline. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this … - L-TT-0303-21 Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environments. - L-SB-0043-19 Rev Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Navigation (version 1150) or earlier and Audio (version 1163) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Poor map screen touch operation. ?Navigation system reset.… - L-SB-0024-21 Jul 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX® Tip) is available to help mini… - L-SB-0021-21 Jul 20, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine. - L-SB-0015-20 Rev Jul 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term… - L-TT-0301-21 Rev Jul 6, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 2015-2021 model year vehicles equipped with Dynamic Torque Control AWD system may experience a ?Noise? or ?Abnormal Operation? condition from the rear differential front coupling. In some cases, even an ?AWD System Message? with or without a DTC … - L-TT-0302-21 Jul 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 2019-2022 model year RX350/L AWD equipped vehicles may have had the LX 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil used during assembly. ?The difference between the LT and LX type gear oil is only relevant to models equipped with Limited Slip type (Dynamic Torque Vecto… - Lexus PRO21-UFRM May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL - L-SB-0008-21 Rev May 20, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year RX 350 vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following companion cylinder misfire Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) combinations: ?P030100 and P030400 (Cylinders 1 and 4 Misfires Detected). ?P030200… - Lexus Safety Re Mar 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - L-SB-0042-20 Rev Mar 29, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2021 model year North American Produced (NAP) TMMC-built RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the hood release cable is binding, seizing, or sticking. The hood lock control cable assembly may be corroding and begin t… - L-TT-0297-21 Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. - L-TT-0283-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the veh… - L-TT-0281-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer f… - L-SB-0043-19 Rev Dec 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with Navigation (version 1060) or earlier and Audio (version 1060) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Display screen distortion/pixilation. ?iOS device would not connect … - L-TT-0295-20 Nov 13, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some vehicles may experience an issue related to the DCM, the following information is consolidating the available diagnostic information in one document. - L-SB-0042-20 Nov 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2021 model year North American Produced (NAP) TMMC-built RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the hood release cable is binding, seizing, or sticking. The hood lock control cable assembly may be corroding and begin to s… - L-SB-0046-18 Rev Oct 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2021 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2021 model year RX 350L vehicles may exhibit a knocking noise from the fuel tank area at idle, vehicle stationary, with a full tank of gasoline. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this … - L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the d… - L-SB-0039-20 Oct 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. - L-SB-0011-20 Rev Oct 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips) to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retaining hooks (clips) for passenger side and rear seat floor mat… - L-TT-0294-20 Oct 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.