2010 Lexus RX recalls & problems
The 2010 Lexus RX has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 77 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is engine (21 complaints).
Recalls0safety recalls
Complaints77filed by owners
Crashes · fires9 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths3 · 0reported in complaints
Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2010 Lexus RX.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 121,000 mi |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 4,367 mi |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 105,500 mi |
| Steering | 9 | 5,000 mi |
| Service brakes, hydraulic Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip | 8 | 3,183 mi |
| Service brakes | 8 | 85,000 mi |
| Electrical system Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer; Ignition › Coil | 6 | 101,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 136,000 mi |
| Suspension | 3 | — |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | 4,400 mi |
| Power train Transfer case (4-wheel drive) | 3 | — |
| Engine and engine cooling Engine › Oil/lubrication › Oil cooler | 3 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Sep 14, 2026Engine
We had a known oil line ruptured the oil cooler, there was a serviceable and sit out to the dealers to only repair if it was leaking and they extended it to 10 years $150,000 miles our vehicle had a rupture at 170,000 miles we were never told about the recall or we would have it done earlier we now have sparkles in our oil this is the part that it doesn't leak it ruptures I'm sure all out could place a fire and it certainly is can cause catastrophic damage to the engine 1500 to repair - Jul 25, 2026 · 177,000 milesElectrical system › Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Lexus RX 350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 139,000. It was discovered that the mileage was 177,000 in 2022. The contact contacted the Police, and the contact was advised to file a civil suit. - Apr 1, 2026Fuel/propulsion system
I was looking at common problems associated with the make and model of my car. I came across an issue that could possibly cause engine failure. I am unsure if any one has reported it yet. here are the details - Problem overview An VVT-i oil line on the Lexus RX350 is known to burst. This is a very large leak which covers the ground, engine, and undercarriage. If the oil line ruptures while driving, the low engine oil message and engine oil pressure warnings will illuminate. Continued use after these warnings will result in complete engine failure due to oil starvation. The line is known to be defective, and a revised part has been issued by Toyota, however, this revised part is known for… - Apr 13, 2026Unknown or other
I was not made aware of the recall on the rubber oil cooler hoses. The rubber hoses malfunctioned and all the oil leaked out on 4/13/2026. I paid to have fixed. Lexus kept the hoses. This could have ruined my engine, caused an explosion or fire. When the warning light came on I stopped driving. Lexus would not discuss the issue. I am concerned I was never made aware of this issue. I bought the vehicle in 2012 at the dealership and all service has been done there. - Jan 2, 2026Steering
The suv pulls hard to the right when accelerating and has almost driven me off the road. it does it at random times and its super dangerous - Nov 7, 2025Engine
Pot affects 2007-2011 RX350/450= 459,285 units. 1. On Friday, [XXX], the oil cooler pipe burst on our 2010 RX350. 2. All six quarts of engine oil were lost in approximately 700 feet while traveling at 70â75 mph on the highway. 3. Massive amounts of smoke poured from the front of the vehicle & through the air vents, causing my wife & daughter to fear for their safety due to risk of a fire & smoke inhalation. 4. No warning lights appeared on the dash, meaning the vehicle could easily have been driven to engine failure had there been no smoke. 5. 2 Colorado Department of Transportation vehicles & a State Trooper stopped to be sure they were ok & monitor the risk of a fire. 8. Towed &… - Oct 7, 2025 · 183,000 milesElectrical system › Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Lexus RX450H. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 118,000. It was later discovered that the mileage was 183,000. - Jun 16, 2025Unknown or other
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Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.