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Lexus RX330 Electrical problems by year

30 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Lexus RX330's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.

Electrical complaints by model year

YearElectrical complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
200613000
20059110
20048000

Latest RX330 electrical complaints

2005 Lexus RX330Electrical systemEngine & coolingFuel systemFire

My vehicle caught fire a few days after being repaired by a licensed repair shop in California.
The repair was performed by: Brodie's Tire & Automotive
Address: 1276 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, CA 94952
Phone: [[redacted]] After the fire, the repair shop admitted in writing that: • The intake manifold melted after the fire
• The engine became "not repairable"
• The fire occurred shortly after their repair
• They offered to "fix it for free," which indicates awareness of responsibility The fire caused severe heat...

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damage to the engine compartment, electrical wiring, and surrounding components. The vehicle became unsafe to drive, and the engine can no longer operate. This incident presents a serious safety hazard because the fire happened shortly after a repair that involved components near the engine and fuel system. Improper or unsafe repair work may cause similar fires for other consumers. This incident is already under active investigation by: • California Department of Insurance (CDI) - Complaint #[redacted]• California Bureau of Automotive Repair (DCA/BAR) - Case No: [redacted] I am reporting this to NHTSA because the fire and melted engine components indicate a dangerous defect tied to improper repair work, which may pose a risk to other drivers. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11700694
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemEngine & cooling

From what I have been reading on that year and model, there seems to be major issues with the invertors. Like many I was driving on the highway and the vehicle just quits. This put me and many others in a very dangerous situation and I could have been hit at high rates of speed. If as many people are having these issues, then Lexus needs to step up and recall this part before someone gets killed

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 11648884
2006 Lexus RX330Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemBrakes

There are multiple recalls on my vehicle and I am experiencing all of the recalls Inverter Failer vehicle stalls out alot. Crank shaft pulley is leaking oil and belt from the power steering maybe detached causing vehicle to stall. Inverter Assembly causing the vehicle to stall and become non drivable. Floor carpet cover and retention clips. And my brake master cylinder leaking fluid causing major break problems. Every item i mentioned is recalls for the vehicle i have

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11645809
2006 Lexus RX330SteeringElectrical systemEngine & cooling

The power steering and hybrid system failed and vehicle completely stopped in middle of busy freeway with no prior warnings or issues before. The safety of my son and I, and others around me during the abrupt stop of the engine. I could not move out of way. The vehicle has been serviced for this exact issue during a recall campaign lasting from 2011 to 2014. Ten years later and it is still happening! There were NO warning lamps or messages or symptoms prior to this failure. It just passed vehicle inspections for the year

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11631799
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemEngine & coolingDriver assistance

Dear manager: I have this 2006 LEXUS RX400H which has CHECK VSC SYSTEM and CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM problems. When I was driving on the highway, the cruise control button is unable to turn on, when at speed of 65 MPH it will suddenly stall in the middle of the road and the READY light will be off and the vehicle has to be stopped by the emergency lane which is REALLY DANGEROUS. I have searched online and found out there were many complains about this issue and LEXUS issued a recall for this type of car and the...

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dealer can change the inverter and ICM free of charge. This recall link is as follows: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2011/RCONL-11V342-6633.pdf So tonight I am sending this message to see if you can help me to solve this problem.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11548538
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical system

Hello, I had this issue on my lexus rx400h recently, and it was diagnosed and repaired by a third party auto repair shop at my expense. I want to know if I have any recourse to recover my cost approx $700. Thanks! Vin recall consequence: the vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall summary toyota...

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is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 highlander hybrid and lexus rx400h passenger cars manufactured from february 16, 2005, through august 30, 2006. A module inside the inverter module may contain inadequately soldered transistors that during high-load driving, may be damaged by heat caused by the large current. If this occurs, various warning lamps, including the malfunction indicator lamp, slip indicator light, brake system warning light, and master warning light, will be illuminated on the instrument panel. Recall solution toyota/lexus mailed an interim owner notification on july 19, 2011 to advise owners of this recall and the fact that they will receive a future notice when parts become available to complete repairs. Toyota dealers will inspect the hybrid inverter production number to determine whether the inverter contains suspect transistors and replace the module free of charge. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11542555
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemBrakesFuel system

I am financing a 2006 Lexus rx400h hybrid and the other day I went out to start it up and the light and everything came on but would not display ready and would not start. Check hybrid system with red triangle was on dash display along with several other warning lights, also when I put the key in the ignition it will release in the ACC position. Where I am purchasing the vehicle will not fix it saying my Vin is not part of the recall list and the lexus dealership to me it was to late to have the recalled parts replaced for free. What do I do?

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakes · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11524097
2006 Lexus RX330Transmission & drivetrainElectrical system

This vehicle seems to have a well-documented problem with water intrusion that damages the ECU and hybrid battery. The 2006 and 2007 RX400h has the HV battery located under the seat, which is the low spot in the rear section of the car. If water is spilled or the body has a water leak, the water will pool at the center of the battery. Lexus considered this, and added a drain under the battery, but the drain has a filter, presumably to keep insects out, and the filter is easily clogged. This, coupled with a...

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pattern problem of split body seams near the rear hatch strut mount causing a water leak in the rear of the car, has created isolation faults in many of the RX400h SUVs. The condition presents as warnings on the instrument cluster and a no-start condition where the vehicle is inoperable. A search for "lexus ECU water intrusion" brings up my vehicle's exact model and year so this is well-documented.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical systemNHTSA 11504233
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemFuel system

Engine dies out as per recall but already did recall and still has same problem and code coming. Out took to Lexus Dealer to check they came out to be battery cooling fans being defective. Got estimates and was crazy amount told them don't repair suv. After talking to Dealer they state the fans has nothing to do with recall and warranty is over.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11439933
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemBody, doors & structureEngine & coolingFire

My car exploded- huge fire. I was not driving- it had been parked. The fire marshal indicated that it was an electrical problem located near the battery. There we no indicators of any issues. I only had liability on the car- so i am out of luck. but the NYFD inspected. It happened on Wednesday 9/29/21. Was inspected on 9/30.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Structure · EngineNHTSA 11435153
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemSeats & seat belts

The heat control on the driver's side abruptly began to stay on last week. I believe I now smell a chemical odor issuing from the front of the car.

Filed Incident Electrical system · SeatsNHTSA 11301020
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemDriver assistanceFuel system

This suv dash board lights come on when you driving. Check engine,vsc,abs,track off and another on ab symbol like a u down wherr the hot and cold. Ive saw water coming from the muffler.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Electronic stability control (ESC) · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11066752
2005 Lexus RX330Electrical systemDriver assistanceEngine & cooling

The car has various issues, all of my lights are on the car and have been since ive purched the car. Its shut off as ive been driving several times, it wont reach its speed limit from accelerator, it knock and makes sounds and had an odor coming through vents. The company isn't consistent with repair and payment promises and is trying to repo for resale.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Electronic stability control (ESC) · EngineNHTSA 11032106
2006 Lexus RX330Electrical systemBody, doors & structure

When depressing the remote or manually opening the rear lift gate sometimes the rear lift gate (door) will start to close automatically and it can only be stopped by pressing the remote or button on lift gate or applying large amount of pressure to hold door open. Twice a person has been in the line of fire and had to jump out of way when placing an item in the rear of the car. On another time the lift gate hit a person in the head when they did not get out of the way fast enough. The lexus dealer has checked the...

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auto closure system and replaced battery in remote and find nothing wrong. The problem still continues once in a while. This is very dangerous and a person could get pinned in the lift gate.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Structure · Unknown or otherNHTSA 10837106

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