2022 Lexus RX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Lexus RX, filed between 2022-03-22 and 2026-09-21. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (8, 21%), fuel/propulsion system (5, 13%) and engine (4, 10%). Owners reported 6 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Lexus RX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 12 | 31% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 21% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 13% | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Engine | 4 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 8% | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Air bags | 2 | 5% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 5% | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carry handle, shell, base | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 3% | 1 | 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.
Electrical system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 39 (21%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 39 (13%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 2 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
Engine: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 39 (10%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
Power train: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 39 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
Tires: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 39 (10%) name the tires — the tires, including tire-pressure monitoring.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
Service brakes: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 39 (8%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- Owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Lexus RX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 6 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names RX, RX 350, RX 350L, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Lexus RX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Lexus RX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Lexus RX's most common problem areas are the electrical system (8 of 39 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (5 of 39 complaints) and engine (4 of 39 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Lexus RX have?
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Lexus RX, including 6 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Lexus RX's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Lexus RX. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.