2016 Lexus RX350 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 9%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 16,316miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Lexus RX350, 9% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,316 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Takata recall there is some sound from the car when ever I turn on my air conditioner and when I filed a case they are saying its design characteristic, where as there is no such in their previous designs or other models and its very irritating and disturbing while driving the car which makes me to disturb a lot”
NHTSA complaint #10840149, filed 2016-03, 120 miles“First problem with electrical was when the navigation screen went completely blank while driving during broad daylight. Don't know the date of this incident. Thought it was a reboot by enform. Thought nothing about it. On 12/21/2017, check electric brake warning light came on when I started my car in the morning after it had been sitting all night. Took into the dealer. Dealer could not find any problem with it or any error codes indicating any problem. They reset the error light. …”
NHTSA complaint #11090870, filed 2018-04, 17,731 miles“This car experienced an unintended acceleration at the top of my driveway while being put into park. The car took off and hit the center posts of the two car garage and only stopped because it was caught on the supports in the foundation. We had experienced this sudden unintended acceleration several times during the first year we own the car when we were getting onto the highway. We did report it when we brought the car in for a service, they were aware of the complaint but at that time there was no remedy for the computer slash transmission issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11114970, filed 2018-07, 14,900 miles“Rodent damage to the electrical wiring harness of my 2016 Lexus rx 350 caused by Lexus using a soy base covering on the wires that attract rodents. Lexus takes no responsibility for the repair that cost thousands of dollars. Not to mention a safety issue. This is a common problem base on all the class action law suits and should LED to a recall”
NHTSA complaint #11389298, filed 2021-01, 65,000 miles“After replacing battery, the GPS, audio system, heat controls, (entire display is blank) the dealer said they don't know what happened. There are numerous identical complaints on-line having the same issue..”
NHTSA complaint #11286702, filed 2019-12Related service bulletins
- 10207962Jan 28, 2022TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be…
- 10181738Sep 8, 2020TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with navigation (version less than A1##8020) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Pink or purple flashing…
- 10179782Aug 24, 2020Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate
- 10179779Aug 19, 2020TT: Some RX350/450H customers are not able to find the compass in their vehicle. The Monroney label only mentions the compass is in the rear-view mirror.
- 10173793Mar 9, 2020TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first…
- 10170747Dec 10, 2019Dealer Package: December 10, 2019 Vehicle total has decreased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited…
- 10170746Dec 10, 2019TSB: REVISION NOTICE December 10, 2019 Rev2: ? The Parts Information and Required Tools & Equipment sections have been updated. November 14, 2018 Rev1: ? The Parts Information…
- 10170745Dec 10, 2019Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service…
- 10170744Sep 12, 2019Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System…
- 10166016Sep 12, 2019Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 20% |
| 2020 | 1 | 14% |
| 2019 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 4 | 9% |
| 2016 | 5 | 9% |
| 2015 | 3 | 7% |
| 2014 | 2 | 13% |
| 2013 | 11 | 19% |
| 2012 | 4 | 12% |
| 2011 | 1 | 3% |
| 2010 | 12 | 13% |
| 2009 | 7 | 7% |
| 2008 | 17 | 13% |
| 2007 | 11 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2016 Lexus RX350
19 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Lexus RX350
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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