2014 Lexus RX recalls & problems
The 2014 Lexus RX has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 12 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other (3 complaints).
Recalls0safety recalls
Complaints12filed by owners
Crashes · fires3 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths3 · 1reported in complaints
Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2014 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.
Fuel economy
RX 450h Hybrid
29mpg combined
| City / highway | 31 / 28 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,850/year to fuel
RX 450h AWD Hybrid
28mpg combined
| City / highway | 29 / 27 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,950/year to fuel
EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 3 | — |
| Service brakes | 2 | — |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | — |
| Air bags Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module | 2 | — |
| Lane departure Blind spot detection | 1 | — |
| Power train | 1 | — |
| Tires Sidewall | 1 | — |
| Structure Body | 1 | — |
| Service brakes, hydraulic Power assist › Electric › Solenoid/actuator | 1 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Sep 1, 2026Unknown or other
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Response: Door Actuators How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Response: Response: Doors canât be opened from outside as doors are permanently locked, plus doors must be manually manipulated from the inside to open versus pressing a button. I am concerned as this affects the child lock and can trap the occupants in the case of an accident. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Response: Response: Yes, confirmed by the dealer. This issue has been occurring multiple times since 2018 and is currently an issue. I have… - May 1, 2026Service brakes
Vehicle: 2014 Lexus RX 450h Component: ABS / Brake Actuator System I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety-related brake system defect in my 2014 Lexus RX 450h. The vehicle experienced ABS/brake actuator failure consistent with a known defect that was previously addressed by Lexus/Toyota through a Customer Support Program (extended coverage program, not a recall). I was never notified of this program. I have confirmed that Lexus mailed notification to an incorrect address (Temple City), despite the fact that my vehicle registration address has never changed and has always been accurately maintained with the DMV. As a result, I was deprived of the opportunity to repair a known… - Mar 4, 2025 · crashUnknown or other
Sudden unexplained acceleration, Vehicle is available for inspection for limited amount of time next week vehicle will be taken by insurance company. Operator deceased as result of crash, Problem not confirmed, Barnstable, Ma police reconstruction team has hold on vehicle pending investigation, Police report not available as of 03/09/25 - Mar 5, 2025Unknown or other
This involved the CARGO LID at the rear of the vehicle. I could have been KILLED or TOTALLY PARALYZED by the incident. I have not brought the vehicle to a dealer, nor has any other authority inspected it. Also, there was no warning. During cold weather days, the lid would open normally and when it was fully opened it would start descending in small steps. I then would physically lift it to the full open position and it would stay there until I was finished (loading or unloading) then it would close normally after I pushed the "close" button. This particular cold day incident, I physically lifted it to the top then went to get a box to load. As I approached the vehicle the lid came slamming… - Nov 12, 2024 · crash · 1 injuryAir bags
Air bags did not deploy & yes itâs available for inspection. I was in an accident & the vehicle is totaled. Yes, has been inspected & confirmed they did not deploy by VA state police, tow company & insurance company USAA. There were no warnings or other symptoms. - Jan 8, 2024 · 141,090 milesService brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Solenoid/actuator
The contact owns a 2014 Lexus RX450H. The contact stated that occasionally while depressing the brake pedal or the accelerator pedal or while stopped at a traffic light, there was an abnormal squeaking sound coming from the brake actuator. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with a faulty brake actuator. The dealer recommended replacing the brake actuator assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided the contact with a case number and would respond within 72 hours. The failure mileage was approximately 141,090. - Jul 15, 2023Structure › Body
My front passenger door actuator has failed. This door cannot be locked/unlocked with the remote or by pressing any lock/unlock button. This prevents the driver from being able to lock all the doors or the front passenger from being able to quickly exit the cabin unless the manual unlock switch is known and applied. This is the 5th door actuator that has failed on this vehicle. I'm the original owner and it has 51K miles on it. All 4 doors failed and this is the second time for this particular door since it was replaced some 4 years & 21K miles ago. The problem started a few months ago and is currently intermittent. Being "sometimes" safe is not being safe. I have not had it analyzed at the… - Jan 12, 2023Tires › Sidewall
01-12-2023 side tire blew out, only about 1.5mile drive at 69freeway Sugar land TX 77479. Nice weather , nice road conditions. The tire drove about 10,000.miles with 60,000. Warranty. It is newer tire, less miles because 3years pandemic. 4 new tires ; YOKOHAMA YK740 GTX 105V R19. Invoice cost $784.71 Installed at 12-12-2019 .
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.