2009 Lexus Rx problems, complaints & recalls

2026-02-18 · Structure:interior Panels:dashboard · 50,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2009 lexus rx 350. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked. the crack initially developed on the passenger’s side near the air bag enclosure and progressively spread across the dashboard toward the driver’s side. the surface of the dashboard was also sticky. the ignition switch was sticky, leaving a residue on the conta…”

2026-02-06 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 190,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2009 lexus rx 350. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment with the check engine oil warning light illuminated. the failure had occurred on several occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was dete…”

2025-09-12 · Electrical System:instrument Panel:speedometer/Odometer · 250,000 mi

“odometer fraud. the contact purchased a 2009 lexus rx 350. it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. the vehicle was a private sale. at the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 123,676, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 250,000.…”

2023-10-03 · Structure:interior Panels:dashboard · 125,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2009 lexus rx350. the contact stated that the dashboard had started to crack, causing the dashboard to become sticky. over time, there was a glare coming from the dashboard which obstruct the contact’s vision while driving. the contact stated that there was condensation in the headlight housings. in addition, there was a puddle o…”

2023-09-25 · Engine

“oil line ruptured spilling causing loss of most engine oil on road and potentially ruining engine. vehicle currently is at toyota dealership being rep[aired so is available for inspection. oil on road of course a safety hazard. oil line rupture was confirmed by toyota service department. vehicle had to be towed into repair shop. rupture occurred …”

2023-06-22 · Tires

“i was advise by one of the mechanic to change tires immediately. since my grand daughter occasionally drive the card, due to safety, we bought 4 set of brand new good year assurant outlast tires immediately (235/55 r18) from walmart at farmingdale, ny on 6/12/2023 at 8:00 pm. walmart stated that they could not put tire on my car for another week…”

2023-05-26 · Unknown Or Other

“the dashboard cracked badly this is so common with this generation of lexus …”

2023-03-30 · Engine

“there is a known issue with the toyota/lexus 2gr-fe (w/ towing package). the engine is present in many v6 model year suvs 2007-2011. the defect is with the oil cooler return lines for this engine equipped with the towing package. the issue is that a manufacturing defect with these hoses can occur slowly over the life of the vehicle or suddenly w…”

2022-10-05 · Unknown Or Other

“oil leaked substantially while driving on the highway. as we were slowing down on wb i-94 due to construction, our red oil light was on, and then flashing. the car was driven for about 1.5 miles from the initial lit to a safe location (local honda dealership) where it was determined that the vehicle was no longer drivable. engine light and all othe…”

2022-03-31 · Unknown Or Other

“the dashboard in my car has been sticky and cracked for years. this became a safety issue and liability by posing a real risk in relation to airbags. one area of concern is the cracks will interfere with the deployment of the airbag. either by triggering the airbag warning light or snagging the airbag on its way out. that puts my safety and safet…”