Complaints
104
per 10K Sold
10.9
US Sales
95,790
Crashes
12
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2010 Lexus Rx Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#119 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:108,582 mi
#210 complaints
Unintended Acceleration
Avg mileage:45,363 mi
Crash-related:2
#39 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:16,490 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Lexus Rx.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 19 | — | — | 108,582 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 2 | — | 45,363 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | — | — | 16,490 mi | |
| Brakes | 8 | 2 | — | 71,667 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 7 | 3 | — | 4,725 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 142,250 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Coil | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication: Oil Cooler | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
108,582
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
45,363
Steering Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
16,490
Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
71,667
Hydraulic Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
4,725
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
142,250
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Electric
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Coil
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication: Oil Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2010 Lexus Rx — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Lexus Rx reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2010 Lexus Rx has 104 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Lexus Rx?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (19 complaints, avg 108,582 mi); Unintended Acceleration (10 complaints, avg 45,363 mi); Steering Defects (9 complaints, avg 16,490 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Lexus Rx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 68,668 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Lexus Rx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Lexus Rx include 12 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Lexus Rx have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2010 Lexus Rx as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2010 Lexus Rx?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (engine problems) and verify open recalls have been addressed.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Lexus Rx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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