2010 LEXUS RX Complaints and Recall Information
The 2010 LEXUS RX has 5 complaints and 0 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report engine and certification issues. Several complaints highlight failure of the VVI oil line leading to complete engine failure. Some purchasers raised concerns about odometer accuracy and discrepancies in mileage representation.
Common Issues
- VVI oil line failure. The VVI oil line failed resulting in catastrophic engine failure after replacement. The part was not replaced during the certification process causing significant damage.
- Certification concerns. Vehicles were sold as certified used models with additional warranty despite known issues with critical engine components left unresolved.
- Engine failure. Complete engine failure occurred on the highway following the unresolved VVI oil line defect, requiring extensive repairs or replacement.
- Mileage discrepancies. Buyers reported potential odometer rollback or misrepresentation of mileage with conflicting mileage records from previous vehicle check-ins.
- Lack of dealer disclosure. Multiple contacts with dealership personnel failed to disclose known defects or warnings about critical repairs needed for the vehicle.
2010 LEXUS RX Summary
2010
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
0
Total Recalls
0
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
No recalls found.
Complaints
2010 LEXUS RX
ID: 2100327FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
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2010 LEXUS RX
ID: 2100326LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
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2010 LEXUS RX
ID: 2100325UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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2010 LEXUS RX
ID: 2078732UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I purchased this vehicle. It was advertised with 117,000 miles and I did an auto check and I was asked to verify if that was the correct mileage on the vehicle because the last check-in showed the vehicle to have over 250,000 miles on it so I am concerned that this vehicle misrepresented the mileage and possibly turned back the odometer.
2010 LEXUS RX
ID: 2054664ENGINE
The the VVI oil line failed in April of 2024. Contacted Lexus corporate via phone and problem was never resolved. Fast forward to November 2024 and after paying to have VVI oil line replaced the motor failed on the highway. Mechanic said complete engine failure. THIS CAR WAS A CERTIFIED USED LEXUS AND THEY FAILED TO REPLACE THE VVI DURING THE CERTIFICATION PROCESS! Prior to buying this used car from an individual I called Hendricks Lexus 6935 W Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66203 and spoke to service advisor Willie who said if you have any problems with that vehicle bring it in and Lexus IS making good on the hybrid vehicles. After purchase I went to Hendricks 9300 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64153 multiple times for parts and service history. I spoke to parts manager, service manager and several others and NOT ONE PERSON INFORMED ME OF THE PROBLEM AND IMMEDIATE NEED FOR CONCERN! HOW DID THIS CAR GET CERTIFIED PRIOR TO THE PREVIOS OWNER BUYING THE VEHICLE “CERTIFIED”? I BOUGHT THIS CAR WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT IT HAD BEEN COMPLETELY CERTIFIED AND GIVEN THE 6 year additional warranty to the owner I purchased it from, although they were still considerably below the miles guaranteed with the certification. How did Lexus allow this vehicle to pass the certification without replacing a $100 part that could result in catastrophic failure. THIS CAR WAS SOLD AT A PREMIUM BECAUSE OF THE CERTIFICATION, YET A PART THAT HAD BEEN RECONFIGURED AND IDENTIFIED AS CONTRIBUTING TO A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AS EARLY AS 2012 WAS LEFT ON THE VEHICLE!