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2019 Lexus RX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 62 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median RX year — the 2019 model ranks #7 of 28 RX years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Driver Assistance leads the complaint categories with 16 reports (26% of the total).

62

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

23

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other RX years?

RX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted106 complaints1999: 41 complaints2000: 30 complaints2001: 25 complaints2002: 13 complaints2003: 4 complaints2004: 56 complaints2005: 39 complaints2006: 52 complaints2007: 79 complaints2008: 86 complaints2009: 42 complaints2010: 106 complaints2011: 36 complaints2012: 18 complaints2013: 24 complaints2014: 13 complaints2015: 27 complaints2016: 32 complaints2017: 58 complaints2018: 33 complaints2019: 62 complaints2020: 56 complaints2021: 87 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 70 complaints2024: 73 complaints2025: 27 complaints2026: 1 complaints
RX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Lexus RX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1626%
Fuel System1118%
Brakes813%
Engine711%
Electrical System610%
Other46%
Airbags35%
Speed Control23%
Body & Structure23%
Transmission23%
Seat Belts12%

Does the 2019 Lexus RX have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V028000Fuel SystemJanuary 22, 2025 · 858 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Unintended acceleration causing accident March 2, 2023. Low speed frontal collision avoidance assist did not engage causing accident June 11, 2024. August 2023 I agreed to video and Lexus is not providing video of accident June 11th, 2024! Recall on fuel pump and software replaced but still BAD.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 11, 2024 · crash

“Unintended acceleration causing accident March 2, 2023. Low speed frontal collision avoidance assist did not engage causing accident June 11, 2024. August 2023 I agreed to video and Lexus is not providing video of accident June 11th, 2024! Recall on fuel pump and software replaced but still BAD.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 11, 2024 · crash

“Brakes making honking sound when applied even when stopped. My brake actuator is failing and has been confirmed by the LEXUS Dealership. Noise and stiff breaks has been going on for a while. There is no recall, but Lexus put out LSB to dealerships May 15, 2023 and revisions earlier. This…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 12, 2025 · crash

“While vehicle was being driven into the garage the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it own without driver pushing on gas pedal. Vehicles automatic emergency braking did not engage. Vehicle then struck steel shelving and wooden cupboards causing considerable damage to vehicle. The body shop where the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 15, 2023 · crash

“While vehicle was being driven into the garage the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it own without driver pushing on gas pedal. Vehicles automatic emergency braking did not engage. Vehicle then struck steel shelving and wooden cupboards causing considerable damage to vehicle. The body shop where the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 15, 2023 · crash

2019 Lexus RX — common questions

Is the 2019 Lexus RX reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 62 complaints put the 2019 model at #7 of 28 RX years. It is one of the RX years to avoid.

What are the most common 2019 RX problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (16 complaints), fuel system (11 complaints), brakes (8 complaints).

Does the 2019 Lexus RX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Lexus RX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus RX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the RX years to avoid are 2010, 2021, 2008, 2007, 2024, 2023, 2019. The cleanest record among RX years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.