2022 Lexus RX350 Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,356miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 20 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Lexus RX350 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2022 Lexus RX350. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and visibility (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,356 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 49 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown3 30%
- Electrical system2 20%
- Air bags1 10%
- Engine1 10%
- Exterior lighting1 10%
- Fuel system1 10%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Sunroof exploded on interstate with no other cars around. Thought we had been shot. Noticed air sound and started to open sunroof to have shards of glass fall on us. Closed roof. Pulled off as soon as we got to exit making sure that no one was behind us so that those pieces which were flying off our car would not cause a broken windshield for someone else or an accident. Took pictures of sunroof with huge hole with glass pointing upward. Nothing in the area between roof and sunroof closer. Took to dealer and were told it was covered only to find out that Toyota/Lexus denied. Denied by Lexus. …”
NHTSA complaint #11471156, filed 2022-06Electrical system: “I have already contacted the dealer and Lexus corporate. If you drive this car with polarized sunglasses all of your gauges disappear and you have no idea of anything with respect to the automobile such as speed or any of the other indications. I was told that they agree that this is a design defect but they will not do anything about it and if they do do something in the future then I should keep watching for a recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11490564, filed 2022-10Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “My 2022 RX , the driver side outer rear view mirror image vibration while driving on highway at speed around 60 mph +/- then start shaking. Report the issue to dealer when regular service, the mechanic report this is normal after inspect the problem, but this vibration and shaking is really annoying while driving on highway. Some drivers may have the same issue and cause some risks.”
NHTSA complaint #11491084, filed 2022-10Air bags: “I was a passenger in an accident. I was sitting in the front passenger seat. We were sitting in standstill traffic. Our vehicle was struck from behind; it caused the vehicle to shift and was hit again on front driver side of the vehicle. Airbag’s deployed on the driver side (front and back) but not the front passenger. Seatbelts were worn. I suffered a concussion and a herniated disc.”
NHTSA complaint #11483867, filed 2022-09Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,356 and 1,356 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Lexus RX350. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350 · SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
| RX 350 · SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 17.9% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2021: 4–5 stars overall; 2023: 4–5 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 Lexus RX350 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350 FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| RX 350 L FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Lexus RX350 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 49 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10238138May 15, 2023Equipment. SPOC: Effective immediately, Lexus is issuing a stop sale on part numbers 85212-YZZ2L-LX & 85212-YZZ2M-LX, which may have a quality concern relating to a missing kit component (mispack). Lexus is…
- 10235224Feb 14, 2023Equipment. TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of…
- 10235210Feb 2, 2023Back-over prevention (rear camera), Air bags. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 350 vehicles may exhibit a droning noise from the exhaust system at takeoff or under light acceleration. Countermeasure parts are available to reduce the droning…
- 10230361Dec 7, 2022Equipment. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and…
- 10224172Sep 15, 2022Body and structure, Exterior lighting. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS 500 and LS 500h and 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the rear combination lamp front corner on the right and/or…
- 10220211Aug 1, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). TSB: Some 2017 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit water leaking from the moon roof when going through a high-pressure rinse cycle car wash. In most cases, a small amount of…
- 10217794Jul 15, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. TT: Some 2019-2022 model year RX350/L AWD equipped vehicles may have had the LX 75W-85 GL-5 gear oil used during assembly. ?The difference between the LT and LX type gear oil is only relevant to…
- 10224115Jun 24, 2022Body and structure. TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving…
- 10220190Jun 24, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and 2018 ? 2022 model year RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving…
- 10224112Jun 20, 2022Engine cooling. TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine
Other model years of the Lexus RX350
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | 1,356 | 0 | 4 | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 7 | 6,975 | 1 | 4–5 | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 31 | 3,000 | 3 | 4–5 | 23 | 60 · Typical | Falling |
| 2018 | 18 | 12,000 | 2 | 4–5 | 23 | — | Falling |
| 2017 | 46 | 9,200 | 3 | 4–5 | 23 | 78 · More | Falling |
| 2016 | 58 | 17,866 | 3 | 4 | 23 | 86 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 42 | 24,650 | 1 | 4–5 | 21 | 41 · Typical | Falling |
| 2014 | 15 | 5,500 | 0 | 4–5 | 21 | — | Falling |
| 2013 | 59 | 45,500 | 1 | 4–5 | 21 | 35 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 33 | 26,500 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 30 | 43,500 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 38 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 94 | 28,000 | 1 | — | 21 | 94 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 97 | 54,744 | 0 | — | 20 | 51 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 126 | 69,000 | 0 | — | 20 | 42 · Typical | Stable |
| 2007 | 167 | 75,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Lexus RX350 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Lexus RX350 have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2022 Lexus RX350 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Lexus RX350 is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 2022 Lexus RX350 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Lexus RX350 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Lexus RX350 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Lexus RX350 get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Lexus RX350 (RX 350, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Lexus RX350 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,356 miles and the middle half falls between 1,356 and 1,356 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.