2010 Lexus RX350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Lexus RX350: 1 recall, 94 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #12V305000 · 2012 · 164,601 vehicles
What's wrong: In July 2012, Toyota filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2010 Lexus rx350 and rx450h vehicles. In November 2012, Toyota informed the agency that it was including an additional 10,565 vehicles including certain model year 2008 through 2011 Toyota land cruiser vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 164,601. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its…
Why it matters: A stuck open accelerator pedal May result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
The fix: Toyota and Lexus will notify owners of affected vehicles and dealers will modify or replace the accelerator pedal and replace any driver's floor mat not specified for the vehicle. Owners of the Lexus vehicles were notified during August 2012. Toyota has not yet provided a notification schedule for…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 6 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Speed control / throttle (38): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (15).
- Electrical (12): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), stalls / loses power (2), fire / smoke (2).
- Airbags (9): the most common themes are fails to deploy (4).
- Engine (8): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), leaks (2), warning light on (2).
The 2010 Lexus RX350 has 94 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 20 RX350 model years for complaints (2.2× the average RX350 year). Complaints peaked in 2010 (30 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 28,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (97 complaints, 0 recalls), 2011 (30 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Lexus RX350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2010 Lexus RX350. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Lexus RX350 problems?
Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (38), electrical (12), airbags (9).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Lexus RX350 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Lexus RX350 repair manual?
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