Issue Pattern Analysis

Lexus Rx Common Problems

We analyzed every Lexus Rx reliability report across 27 model years (avg score 91/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.

Most-Reported Rx Issues

Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Lexus Rx year-by-year reports.

#1

Power Steering System

Affects 37% of years

Reported across 10 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#2

Infotainment System

Affects 33% of years

Reported across 9 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#3

Interior Dashboard

Affects 19% of years

Reported across 5 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#4

Suspension Components

Affects 19% of years

Reported across 5 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#5

Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS)

Affects 11% of years

Reported across 3 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#6

HVAC System

Affects 7% of years

Reported across 2 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#7

Power Liftgate System

Affects 7% of years

Reported across 2 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#8

Suspension Bushings/Mounts

Affects 7% of years

Reported across 2 Lexus Rx model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

Problems by Model Year

1999 Lexus Rx88/100

A remarkably durable first-generation luxury SUV that offers outstanding value, provided specific aging components are addressed.

2000 Lexus Rx92/100

A legendary blend of luxury and bulletproof reliability, setting the standard for its segment for years to come.

2001 Lexus Rx89/100

A supremely dependable luxury crossover that continues to deliver comfort and peace of mind decades after its debut.

2002 Lexus Rx89/100

A testament to Japanese automotive engineering, the 2002 RX is a rock-solid luxury SUV with a few predictable age-related quirks.

2003 Lexus Rx88/100

A testament to Japanese engineering, the 2003 Lexus RX offers unparalleled reliability and comfort, making it a superb value in the used luxury SUV segment.

2004 Lexus Rx92/100

A supremely reliable luxury SUV that offers incredible value, provided you address its few well-known age-related cosmetic and mechanical quirks.

2005 Lexus Rx91/100

A supremely reliable luxury SUV that offers incredible value, provided you address a few common age-related quirks.

2006 Lexus Rx89/100

A supremely reliable luxury SUV that defies its age, offering comfort and peace of mind for years to come.

2007 Lexus Rx93/100

A supremely reliable luxury SUV that will comfortably exceed 200,000 miles with proper care.

2008 Lexus Rx92/100

A remarkably well-engineered luxury SUV that delivers exceptional long-term reliability and comfort, with only a few minor caveats.

2009 Lexus Rx88/100

A top-tier choice for reliability, requiring diligence on a few age-related weaknesses.

2010 Lexus Rx92/100

A truly bulletproof luxury SUV that stands as a testament to Toyota's engineering prowess, with only minor, well-known caveats.

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