2013 Lexus RX recalls and problems
No recalls and 19 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Lexus RX.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2013 Lexus RX recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Odometer Fraud: The contact purchased a 2013 Lexus RX 350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 96,575. After reviewing an AutoCheck report by Experian the following day, the contact became aware that the mileage was…
Vehicle was parked, engine off, and unattended. An internal electrical fire originated in the overhead/sunroof wiring area. Damage includes melted wiring harness near the sunroof, burned center console, and soot throughout the interior. The fire originated in a constant-power electrical circuit and spread downward…
I was just driving regular and the rx350 started to jerk and apply the breaks by itself and slip and go side ways and the car behind me almost hit me because my Lexus started to stop hard and fast .im pressing the gas but it’s not accelerating.the engine wanted to stop and very dangerous I’m scared to even drive the…
While my daughter was driving at about 1:15 PM in a residential neighborhood, the steering wheel suddenly jerked hard to the right and locked while in motion. This caused the vehicle to crash into a parked car. After the vehicle was towed home, the steering wheel remained locked with both front tires pointed sharply…
When driving the car the steering column felt loose and when going over a railroad track or bump the steering column would jiggle. The car steering felt unsafe. Took it to the Lexus dealer in Austin Texas four or five times and they said they could not find a problem. This a a known issue on several models of Toyotas…
RX model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 0 | 77 | 9 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 2 |
| 2012 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2010 RX has the most complaints (77). All Lexus RX years →
Questions
- Does the 2013 Lexus RX have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Lexus RX as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lexus RX?
- Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
- How many 2013 Lexus RX complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 3 of 19 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 7, 2026.