The Lemon Index2006 Lexus RX. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | 17 / 23 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | 17 / 23 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 16 / 22 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | 4Wheel or AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 28 / 25 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4Wheel or AWD | 27 / 25 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 43,800 and 110,400 miles. Median 71,600, from 202 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 100,000 | 68,000–139,000 | 29 |
| Body structure | 80,000 | 50,400–100,000 | 23 |
| Speed control | 58,300 | 18,000–108,800 | 25 |
| Brakes | 130,000 | 100,500–155,500 | 21 |
| Steering | 64,700 | 35,100–147,100 | 22 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Tires | 18% |
| Speed control | 15% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 15% |
| Steering | 15% |
| Brakes | 12% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 20 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
11V112000 Feb 2011 Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
Defect. TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, WHICH IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE CENTER CONSOLE, IS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND INTERFERE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM.
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY TEMPORARILY BECOME STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION RATHER THAN RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION. A STUCK ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN UNINTENDED AND SUSTAINED VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE FREE OR CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
| Closed | Hybrid inverter failure - vehicle stall | 2011 | 2011 |
| Closed | Unintended and uncontrolled acceleration | 2010 | 2011 |
Manufacturer communications 191
Lexus filed 191 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Ig1 relay freezing
- Rattle or buzz type noise coming from the driver's side instrument panel area
- The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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