2009 Lexus RX Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 15%of 34 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,100miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Lexus RX, 15% of the 34 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,100 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I took my Lexus rx350 to my tire shop for alignment and new tires. Upon, inspection of steering rack the technician noticed rack and pinion right boot was wet with power steering fluid. The shop recommended that steering rack needs to be replaced. I have owned toyotas and Lexus all my life and never have steering rack issues before. Especially at this low mileage. I am disappointed with Lexus of not recalling this steering rack issue. If Lexus failed to replace my steering rack free of charge. I will never buy a toyota and Lexus again.”
NHTSA complaint #10604969, filed 2014-06, 60,000 miles“Mechanic/car inspector found leakage of power steering and rack and pinion faulty, needing replacement rack and pinion assembly when I took car for maryland inspection. It failed. Car purchased at dulles motorcars/ kia subaru in leesburg, virginia with 56,000 miles. Cost of repair is $1800.00. Dealer said there was nothing wrong with the car, however failed inspection. Car was bought on $/1/2021 and inspection on 4/2/2021.”
NHTSA complaint #11406335, filed 2021-04, 5 miles“I took car in for regular servicing and the mechanic said there is a power steering leak and the rack and pinion would need to be replaced. Apparently, this is a very common problem with the Lexus RX 350. Why hasn't there been a recall?”
NHTSA complaint #10640155, filed 2014-09, 59,100 miles“My 2009 Lexus rx350 has 84000 miles on it and I have just found out that the rack and pinion is leaking oil. The car has been well taken care of and carefully driven since it was bought brand new so it is a surprise. After searching online, it turns out it is a very common problem and a safety issue. A lot of people have voiced their concern while Lexus has not recalled this 2009 model as they have done for 2008.”
NHTSA complaint #11258677, filed 2019-09“Inspection at Lexus dealer revealed leaks and torn boot on steering rack and pinion. Dealer said repair not possible.must replace entire rack and pinion assembly.58,000 gentle miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11020688, filed 2017-08Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 3% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 4% |
| 2015 | 4 | 20% |
| 2013 | 2 | 11% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2010 | 9 | 12% |
| 2009 | 5 | 15% |
| 2008 | 5 | 7% |
| 2007 | 4 | 7% |
| 2006 | 5 | 16% |
| 2005 | 2 | 7% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 Lexus RX
10 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Lexus RX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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