CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Lexus RX 350 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (19 reports).
2016 Lexus RX 350 recalls
Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash
Certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles may have air bag pressure sensors or acceleration sensors that can fail.
Brake Actuator O-ring May Fail, Risking Loss of Control
A damaged O-ring in the ABS actuator can cause improper brake fluid pressure when the anti-lock brakes, traction control, or stability control activate.
Driver's Knee Airbag May Not Inflate in a Crash
Some 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles built between November 16 and December 23, 2015 may have an improperly welded airbag inflator.
Most common 2016 Lexus RX 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 58 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
What owners report
KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE AT ~50K MILES. TOOK IT TO A LEXUS SERVICE CENTER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE SOUND WAS FROM A FAILING BRAKE VACUUM PUMP. IF NOT ADDRESSED, THE FAILING PUMP COULD MAKE BRAKING THE VEHICLE EXTREMELY DIFFICULT AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE 2017 RX350S HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS EXACT ISSUE BUT NOTHING FOR THE 2016 RX350S. DISAPPOINTED THAT A VEHICLE THAT HAS BEEN DILIGENTLY MAINTAINED WITH ONLY ~50K MILES IS ALREADY HAVING ISSUES WITH FAILING PARTS THAT COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT.
I WAS DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION. I WAS VERY SHAKEN UP. IT WAS A SCARY EXPERIENCE. I WAS TRAVELING 220 CROSS LAKE BRIDGE AND AT TIME COULD NOT PULL OVER. I KEPT HEARING CRUNCHING NOISE ABOVE ME. I OPENED SUNROOF INSIDE COVER AND THAT'S WHEN I NOTICED THE SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED AND IT WAS WHAT HAD EXPLODED.
KELLY EDGE A/S TIRES WENT BALD AFTER 6100 MILES OF LIGHT CITY DRIVING.
RODENT DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS OF MY 2016 LEXUS RX 350 CAUSED BY LEXUS USING A SOY BASE COVERING ON THE WIRES THAT ATTRACT RODENTS. LEXUS TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE REPAIR THAT COST THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. NOT TO MENTION A SAFETY ISSUE. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM BASE ON ALL THE CLASS ACTION LAW SUITS AND SHOULD LED TO A RECALL
SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED
2016 Lexus RX 350 questions
Does the 2016 Lexus RX 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Lexus RX 350: Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash; Brake Actuator O-ring May Fail, Risking Loss of Control; Driver's Knee Airbag May Not Inflate in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lexus RX 350?
Based on 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (19), Air Bags (9), Service Brakes (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Lexus RX 350 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.