The Lemon Index2008 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 hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 27 / 24 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4Wheel or AWD | 26 / 24 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | 18 / 23 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | 18 / 23 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 17 / 22 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | 4Wheel or AWD | 17 / 22 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
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 35,000 and 108,800 miles. Median 72,200, from 188 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed control | 37,500 | 15,600–69,000 | 33 |
| Body structure | 65,800 | 49,000–82,200 | 26 |
| Engine | 112,000 | 82,200–149,500 | 24 |
| Brakes | 87,000 | 56,000–131,800 | 19 |
| Steering | 72,200 | 37,500–91,100 | 24 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Speed control | 39% |
| Brakes | 24% |
| Brakes (electric) | 12% |
| Airbags | 8% |
| Visibility | 6% |
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 | 34 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 12 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 211
Lexus filed 211 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Tire pressure sensing transmitter activation & installation
- Floor mat installation during (pds) pre-delivery service
- Power back door will make a popping or creaking noise from the power back door drive unit
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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