The Lemon Index2009 Lexus RX. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 31,000 and 91,000 miles. Median 59,000, from 97 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 54,700 | 45,000–68,000 | 27 |
| Engine | 107,500 | 74,800–133,200 | 16 |
| Body structure | 57,000 | 31,000–99,600 | 12 |
| Airbags | 45,000 | 27,500–71,500 | 6 |
| Electrical | 53,000 | 21,600–142,200 | 9 |
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 | 17% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 13% |
| Body structure | 13% |
| Steering | 10% |
| Engine | 10% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 132 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
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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