2012 Lexus RX350 recalls and problems

The 2012 Lexus RX350 has 1 safety recall and 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

11 / 2

Injuries / deaths

13 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Lexus RX350 recalls

Recall 14V-054: Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 12, 2014 · 261,114 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.

Risk: If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2012 Lexus RX350 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	10
Service Brakes	5
Air Bags	5
Power Train	4
Electrical System	4
Engine	4
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	3
Structure	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Seat Belts	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Suspension	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 2
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 26,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Lexus RX350 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · at 84,500 miles · reported Jan 3, 2020

I was broadsided on my drivers door and not 1 airbag went off. The officer said she was driving at least 40mph. I had left the stop sign to make my left hand turn when it occured. My car was totaled

Service Brakes · at 66,123 miles · reported Oct 15, 2019

I AM the original owner of a 2013 lexus rx350. On august 14, 2019 as I was parking my car and rolling into a parking spot, with my foot only on the brake pedal, the engine revved and the car accelerated forward. The car hit a curb and gave me the time to react and applied enough brake pressure to stop the vehicle before it went into the street into oncoming traffic. The next day I brought the car into my local lexus dealership. They had the car for the entire day and could not find anything wrong with the vehicle. On august 17, 2019, the exact same thing happened as I was again rolling into a…

Engine · at 65,000 miles · reported Apr 23, 2019

During driving in the highway suddenly the whole vehicle is shaking and reduced speed suddenly; all kind of engine warning lights are turned on as have to pull aside on the highway. Have to tow the car to the dealership and found that cylinder valve spring inside the engine has broken as the car only has about 65000 miles. This causing vehicle to misfire and vehicle is shaking. There are multiple recall of lexus model on valve spring and this obviously seems an manufacturer defect.

Seat Belts · at 32,000 miles · reported Apr 12, 2019

Vehicle current mileage is 32k apprx garage kept. Front passenger belt locks frequently. Also the steering got hard. No leaking of any sort of oil too. Currently the vehicle is being used but scared if steering motion would freeze.

Service Brakes · at 75 miles · reported Feb 23, 2019

Both wheels are not stopping at the same time. The car has a slight jump forward when you expect to be totally stopped. The car has new front and back brakes.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Lexus RX350 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Lexus RX350: 14V-054 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Lexus RX350?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (10 reports), followed by service brakes (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 26,500 miles.

Are Lexus recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.