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We expect the 2025 RX will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Lexus RX owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"The speedometer is showing 2 miles faster than actual."
Anonymous, CA (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)"Water pump replaced"
Anonymous, TX (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"The driver side heated seats get so hot on low it gets very uncomfortable, the driver side seat air conditioning does not cool the seat at all. This is my 3rd Lexus RX350 & this is the only one with this issue. Glovebox or dash on passenger side rattles. Keyless entry goes in spells where I have to take the key & put it next to the push button start for the car to start & same with locking the door, I have to get key fob out of my purse to get it to lock same with the back hatch"
Anonymous, MO (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)"Dead Battery due to slave load over the winter"
Anonymous, WA (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
"In approx 03-01-2024, the the heat stopped working in both driver and passenger seat and backs, car out of waeeanty, asked for help from Lexus, got 0, so costs me $4,200.00 to fix both seats !!"
Anonymous, OH (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)"Started about a year after I got the Lexus. The seat gets so hot even on low that it burns to leave it on very long. Had Lexus service look at it & they said it was normal. But that is not normal since my other two did not get that hot. Also the seats cooled great in my other two but this one not much at all."
Anonymous, MO (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Rusting"
Anonymous, ON (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)"The struts were bad and caused the front wheels to be angled. This resulted in excessive wear to the inside of the front tires. It ruined the front tires which only had 15,000 miles on them."
Anonymous, MI (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Fuel pump was replaced due to factory recall but hesitation problem came back a year later."
Anonymous, CA (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"Premature brake wear. Brake linings were replaced due to premature wear but now sensing brake vibration caused by premature brake wear again."
Anonymous, CA (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"The cable broke and we could not open the hood. problem in the winter to provide window washer"
Anonymous, QC (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
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"CD player ate CD and entire radio module had to be replaced"
Anonymous A., IL (2018 Lexus RX 350.0 3.5-L V6)