Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2022 Lexus RX 350Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 39 owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus RX 350. Most complaints involve electrical system (8) and fuel/propulsion system (5). The EPA rates it 22–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
22–23mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
39
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2022 Lexus RX 350 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

39 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2022 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system8
  2. Fuel/propulsion system5
  3. Power train4
  4. Engine4
  5. Tires4
  6. Service brakes3
  7. Vehicle speed control2
  8. Exterior lighting2
  9. Air bags2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each RX 350 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
202055
202171
202239
202366
202462
202523
202613
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

8 reports1 crash
“my rear windshield shattered - I was not driving - I was not using the rear defrost - I simply put car in reverse and when I looked back my glass was shattered. 08/09/2026”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 11, 2026Electrical system, Unknown or otherODI 11756335

Fuel/propulsion system

5 reports2 crashes1 fire
“My wife was driving the subject car She intended to come off the road to give a way to on coming car. She got in naghbour's drive way and intended move 10 feet. When she tried to put more gas to move the car was hyper accepting drove 50 feets away and hit naghbour's ion gate and stopped. When she back off it did again and hit street lamp. It did two more time. Ended up damaging 4 corners of the car and all the material that the car hit. I could not understand that she hit the 4 corner of the car. That is why I suspected engine problem. When I tried the same movement nàghbour came out and worry that the car will do the same thing. While I was talking to him. He told me he has security camera and he noticed excess unning of the engine. He sent me the clip I couldn't see the car but certainly I could hear the engine. The end of the report.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 5, 2026Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemCrash reportedODI 11748336

Power train

4 reports1 crash
“The vehicle has exhibited intermittent drivability and safety-related concerns after a prior collision repair. The concerns include delayed acceleration/engagement, abnormal jerking or stopping behavior, and elevated RPM behavior during real-world driving. The most recent documented event occurred on July 27, 2026, while the vehicle was in Drive at approximately 50 mph with cruise/driver-assist indicators illuminated. The tachometer appeared near the 4,000 RPM range. The event was captured by video/screenshot and the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The issue creates a safety concern because delayed acceleration, unexpected jerking/stopping, or abnormal RPM behavior could affect the driver’s ability to safely merge, maintain speed, respond to traffic, or control the vehicle during highway or road driving. The problem has been intermittent and has not always produced an active warning lamp. A Lexus dealer inspected/scanned the vehicle on May 21, 2026 and discussed Eco Mode/Normal Drive Mode, but the symptoms continued afterward. The vehicle has a documented post-repair history involving transmission cooler replacement, transmission-fluid…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 7, 2026Power train, Electrical system, Vehicle speed controlODI 11755401
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
RX 350
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
202723$2,700391
RX 350 AWD
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
192622$2,850405
  • RX 350
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    20 city · 27 hwy · $2,700/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • RX 350 AWD
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 26 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Lexus RX 350 SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.4%
Overall
4 / 5
Lexus RX 350 SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
17.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 16659Vehicle 16623
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 RX 350 questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus RX 350 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2022 Lexus RX 350 problems?

Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (8), fuel/propulsion system (5), power train (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Lexus RX 350 get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Lexus RX 350 at 22–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Lexus RX 350?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Lexus RX 350 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026