2019 Lexus RX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 68 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Lexus RX, filed between 2019-01-28 and 2026-08-19. The most common problem areas are the fuel/propulsion system (24, 35%), forward collision avoidance (13, 19%) and service brakes (13, 19%). Owners reported 11 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Lexus RX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 24 | 35% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 13 | 19% | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 13 | 19% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 16% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 12% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 7 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 9% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 6% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 3 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
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.
Fuel/propulsion system: 24 complaints
- 24 complaints of 68 (35%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 7 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Lexus RX covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 68 (19%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 5 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 6 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Lexus RX covers this system.
Service brakes: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 68 (19%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Lexus RX covers this system.
Engine: 11 complaints
- 11 complaints of 68 (16%) name the engine.
- 7 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Lexus RX covers this system.
Electrical system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 68 (12%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Lexus RX covers this system.
Fuel system, gasoline: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 68 (10%) name the fuel system, gasoline.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Lexus RX; the latest, campaign 25V028000, says: “The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 2 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names RX, RX350, RX350L, RX450H, RX450HL, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Lexus RX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lexus RX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Lexus RX's most common problem areas are the fuel/propulsion system (24 of 68 complaints), forward collision avoidance (13 of 68 complaints) and service brakes (13 of 68 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Lexus RX have?
NHTSA has 68 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Lexus RX, including 11 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Lexus RX's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2019 Lexus RX; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.