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2015 Lexus Rx350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2015 Lexus Rx350 sits mid-pack among Rx350 years: 58 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 40, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across other (10), engine (9), and speed control (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

58

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2015 compare to other Rx350 years?

Rx350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted210 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 210 complaints2008: 160 complaints2009: 114 complaints2010: 123 complaints2011: 49 complaints2012: 46 complaints2013: 39 complaints2014: 22 complaints2015: 58 complaints2016: 78 complaints2017: 69 complaints2018: 30 complaints2019: 41 complaints2020: 9 complaints2021: 2 complaints2022: 11 complaints2023: 4 complaints
Rx350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Lexus Rx350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other1017%
Engine916%
Fuel System712%
Speed Control712%
Airbags59%
Body & Structure47%
Electrical System47%
Visibility & Wipers23%
Brakes23%
Seat Belts23%
Tires & Wheels23%
Transmission23%
Steering12%
Seats12%

Does the 2015 Lexus Rx350 have recalls?

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

14V576000Fuel SystemSeptember 19, 2014 · 15,872 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“VEHICLE STATIONARY AT A MOBILE GAS STATION IN LAGUNA NIGUEL. ON OR ABOUT 10/2019. WHILE FILLING THE GAS TANK WITH GASOLINE, INSTAED OF THE FUEL BEING SHUT OFF WHILE FUELING AND THE FUEL SYATEM WAS FULL, THERE WAS OVER FLOW OF GASOLINE, CAUSING FUEL TO FLASH BACK ALL OVER THE PERSON FUELING AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 15, 2019

“ENGINE FIRE WHICH DESTROYED ENTIRE CAR ON A CLEAR 70 DEGREE DAY AT 65 MPH,OPERATOR IS NON SMOKER,ON A WELL MAINTAINED 4 LANE HIGHWAY CAR BURST INTO FLAMES AT 12:30PM CAR EXCLUSIVELY SERVICED AT AUTHORIZED LEXUS DEALERS AND ALL SCHEDULED MAINTAINANCE COMPLETED ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 8, 2018 · fire

“MY CAR STALLS ON ACCELERATION. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE INTERNET AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE ARE RECALLS FOR FUEL PUMP FAILURES ON SOME TOYOTAS I HAVE CHECKED WITH THE DEALER AND THE RECALL SITE USING THE VIN. NOTHING I BELIEVE I HAVE A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP THAT WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 1, 2020

“TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS SPOUSE WHO OWNS A 2015 LEXUS RX350. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, IT ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE AND TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · February 28, 2018 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LEXUS RX350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR END OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF IMMEDIATELY. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO MEDICAL ATTENTION REQUIRED. THERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · May 10, 2016 · crash

2015 Lexus Rx350 — common questions

Is the 2015 Lexus Rx350 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Rx350: 58 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2015 Rx350 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (10 complaints), engine (9 complaints), speed control (7 complaints).

Does the 2015 Lexus Rx350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2015 Lexus Rx350. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus Rx350 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Rx350 years to avoid are 2007, 2008, 2010, 2009, 2016, 2017. The cleanest record among Rx350 years belongs to 2006.

How safe is the 2015 Lexus Rx350?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2015 Lexus Rx350 earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.