- The problem
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 avalon, model year 2004-2006 highlander, model year 2004-2006 lexus rx, and model year 2006 lexus gs and is vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as lubricants for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
- The risk
- A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the seal with a newly designed one. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 and lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Lexus RX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Lexus RX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2010 for the master cylinder.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical RX year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Lexus RX recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2005 Lexus RX yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Lexus RX: every year compared
All RX years2005 Lexus RX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Lexus RX | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2005 Volvo XC90 | 223 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Acura MDX | 180 | 13 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 51 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 42 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 36 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2005 BMW X3 | 0 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2005 BMW X5 | 0 | 3 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Lexus RX
Does the 2005 Lexus RX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Lexus RX: master cylinder (October 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2005 Lexus RX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Lexus RX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 95 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lexus RX year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lexus RX years have the most complaints?
1999 (35), 2000 (29), 2001 (19). See every Lexus RX year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Lexus RX has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data