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All cars · Lexus RX · 2022

2022 Lexus RX. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index27100 = average car
Complaints33NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold96,041U.S. model year
Per 100K sold34complaints
Year rank#7 of 19#1 = fewest complaints

Engines and drivetrains 3

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.5L 6-cylAuto (S8)FWD19 / 26 / 22Regular$2,850
3.5L 6-cylAuto (S8)AWD18 / 25 / 21Regular$2,950
3.5L 6-cyl hybridAuto (AV-S6)AWD29 / 28 / 29Premium$2,650

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Electrical15%
Fuel or ev drive system12%
Tires12%
Engine9%
Brakes9%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
3962404

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Manufacturer communications 85

Lexus filed 85 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and…
  • This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace…

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Lexus RX 350 SUV AWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
Lexus RX 350 SUV FWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
Lexus RX 350L SUV AWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
Lexus RX 350L SUV FWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandardStandard

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
20194146111,036Fuel or ev drive system
20202322101,059Fuel system, gasoline
20213640115,320Airbags
2022273396,041Electrical
20235067114,033Transmission & drivetrain
20245960118,636Electrical
20253323113,256Electrical

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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