- The problem
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.
- The risk
- If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Lexus RX350 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 Lexus RX350 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2014 for the control unit / module.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical RX350 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 Lexus RX350 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 2012 Lexus RX350 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 RX350: every year compared
All RX350 years2012 Lexus RX350 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Lexus RX350 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2012 Lexus ES350 | 116 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus CT200H | 51 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus IS250 | 36 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus IS250C | 36 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus IS350 | 20 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus IS350C | 20 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus IS F | 15 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Lexus GX460 | 11 | 3 | B | 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 2012 Lexus RX350
Does the 2012 Lexus RX350 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Lexus RX350: control unit / module (February 2014). 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 2012 Lexus RX350 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 Lexus RX350 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 68 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Lexus RX350 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 RX350 years have the most complaints?
2007 (225), 2008 (196), 2010 (171). See every Lexus RX350 year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Lexus RX350 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