2012 LEXUS RX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 LEXUS RX
The 2012 LEXUS RX has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Engine (2 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2012 LEXUS RX
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 LEXUS RX. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2012 LEXUS RX
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 LEXUS RX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2012 Lexus RX350. The contact purchased the vehicle, and it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 127,832. The contact stated that at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 257,193.
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The contact owns a 2012 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that the four rear tires were replaced with Blackhawk Tires, Tire Line: Street HH11, Tire Size: 235/45/R18, DOT Number: 1YJEERYLY. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started pulling to the right. The contact started pumping the brake pedal and was able to pull over safely. The contact observed that the driver's side rear tire had a gash on the side wall. The contact stated that the tires were replaced on June 10, 2025. The contact stated that Roadside Assistance arrived at the scene and replaced the tire with the spare. The dealer was contacted and suggested that the vehicle be brought to their location. The contact was informed that the tire would have to be replaced out of pocket. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 30,171. The tire failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2012 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the ABS seized. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted and functioned as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the failure persisted. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V054000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2012 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the ABS seized. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted and functioned as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the failure persisted. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V054000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Safety Rating for the 2012 LEXUS RX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 LEXUS RX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 LEXUS RX
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 LEXUS RX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the LEXUS RX
- 2007 LEXUS RX — 78 complaints
- 2008 LEXUS RX — 82 complaints
- 2009 LEXUS RX — 42 complaints
- 2010 LEXUS RX — 100 complaints
- 2011 LEXUS RX — 33 complaints
- 2012 LEXUS RX (current)
- 2013 LEXUS RX — 21 complaints
- 2014 LEXUS RX — 12 complaints
- 2015 LEXUS RX — 21 complaints
- 2016 LEXUS RX — 31 complaints
- 2017 LEXUS RX — 56 complaints
Other LEXUS Models
- LEXUS ES350 — 1,531 total complaints
- LEXUS RX350 — 1,065 total complaints
- LEXUS IS 250 — 938 total complaints
- LEXUS ES300 — 862 total complaints
- LEXUS RX300 — 849 total complaints
- LEXUS ES — 817 total complaints
- LEXUS IS — 765 total complaints
- LEXUS RX330 — 659 total complaints