2015 Lexus RX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 67 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Lexus RX, filed between 2015-01-20 and 2026-05-28. The most common problem areas are the engine (16, 24%), fuel/propulsion system (8, 12%) and vehicle speed control (8, 12%). Owners reported 9 crashes, 3 fires and 6 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Lexus RX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 24% | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 16 | 24% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 12% | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 10% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 9% | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 9% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 16 complaints
- 16 complaints of 67 (24%) name the engine.
- 5 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 2 crashes and 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 67 (12%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 5 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 67 (12%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 3 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 4 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
Electrical system: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 67 (10%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
Air bags: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 67 (9%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 3 of them also name the vehicle speed control; owners reported 6 crashes and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
Service brakes: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 67 (9%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Lexus RX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 4 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names RX, RX350, RX450H, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Lexus RX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus RX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Lexus RX's most common problem areas are the engine (16 of 67 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (8 of 67 complaints) and vehicle speed control (8 of 67 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Lexus RX have?
NHTSA has 67 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Lexus RX, including 9 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Lexus RX's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Lexus RX; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.