2015 Lexus RX: common problems and reliability
One of the better RX years.
87 owner complaints, most about engine. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2015 RX?The 2015 Lexus RX has 87 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and steering.
Safety record for the 2015 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2015 Lexus RX vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other RX years only. How we score it
Is 2015 a good year for the RX?
Across the 29 RX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 6 (1998) to 347 (2007). With 87 complaints, the 2015 RX sits below the model's median of 125.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2015 RX
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 14V576000Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment centered on exceptional long-term reliability, comfort, and low ownership costs. The RX is consistently described as a "bombproof," comfortable, and quiet vehicle built to last well over 150,000 miles with minimal issues.
Owner insights cover all generations of the RX. See the full RX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used RX listings typically run $48,889–$55,751.
Other RX model years
Compare every RX year side by side to see how 2015 ranks against the rest.
Compare the RX against its rivals
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