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2011 Lexus RX350Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 49 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
49
Crashes
26
Fires
4
Recalls
1
TSBs
215
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Preliminary Verdict

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Based on 49 complaints, 26 crashes, 4 fires, and 1 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

oil leaks

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
2

control arms too difficult to get to

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

cv axle broke

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

shimmy

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the BrakesHIGH

10 owners reported brakes issues — failures commonly reported around 44K miles.

!Inspect the Speed ControlMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

16
0–30K
14
30–60K
7
60–90K
5
90–120K
1
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (16 reports) • Median: 44K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Brakes (10 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Brakes10 (20%)
Speed Control8 (16%)
Engine8 (16%)
Airbags6 (12%)
Drivetrain4 (8%)
Structure:body3 (6%)
Wheels & Tires2 (4%)
Electrical1 (2%)

2011 Lexus RX350: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2011 Lexus RX350, with 10 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 44,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 44K-mile mark.

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2011 Lexus RX350, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2011 Lexus RX350, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2011 Lexus RX350, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

4
11
12
12
1
13
4
14
3
15
9
16
1
17
10
18
3
19
2
22

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2011 Lexus RX350. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (1 recall)

11V377000Sep 2011

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 LEXUS RX350 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 30, 2010, THROUGH MAY 18, 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH VEHICLE DYNAMICS INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT (VDIM). THE CALIBRATION FOR THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVES IS INCORRECT. DUE TO THIS CONDITION, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL MAY NOT BE CONTROLLED PROPERLY DURING ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) OR VSC (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL) ACTUATION.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2011 Lexus RX350 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Lexus RX350 is the 2008 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 49 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2011 Lexus RX350: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Lexus RX350?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2011 Lexus RX350 is related to the brakes, with 10 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2011 Lexus RX350 reliable?
The 2011 Lexus RX350 has 49 complaints, 26 crash reports, and 4 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2011 Lexus RX350?
NHTSA rates the 2011 Lexus RX350 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2011 Lexus RX350 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2011 Lexus RX350 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2011 Lexus RX350 has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Lexus RX350 problems start?
Based on 43 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 44,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2011 Lexus RX350 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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