Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2009 Lexus RX350, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Steering28
- Structure17
- Engine12
- Unknown or other8
- Power train8
- Air bags7
- Electrical system7
- Vehicle speed control6
- Exterior lighting4
- Service brakes3
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
In New Zealand
172 2009 cars are on the New Zealand register; 45% arrived as used imports, 55% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2009 Lexus RX350.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Lexus told its dealers about the 2009 Lexus RX350: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10214355 | Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 |
| 10210374 | TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retainer(s). |
| 10209023 | TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the int |
| 10207945 | POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well. |
| 10205383 | Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior |
| 10205375 | Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles |
| 10205365 | Vehicle no start, Start Stop Run Button LED - Lexus Models with Smart Key with LED |
| 10205362 | Rear Seat Entertainment Parental Control Password Reset/Initialization |
| 10205352 | Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning |
| 10205346 | Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions |
| 10205340 | HVAC Odor Maintenance |
| 10205339 | Wiper Blade Maintenance and Cleaning |
| 10205331 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset |
| 10205330 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset |
| 10205329 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset. |
| 10205327 | Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. |
| 10205319 | Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection. |
| 10205312 | Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry. |
| 10205297 | World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| 10205136 | Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models - Extention of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards ( Inst krukment Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity. |
| 10205134 | Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models. |
| 10190468 | Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements |
| 10182961 | TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged. |
| 10179697 | TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure sectio |
| 10179694 | TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)