Lexus · RX · 2019
2019 Lexus RX
1
Recall
64
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2019 Lexus RX has 1 recall and 64 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: fuel/propulsion system (20 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2019 Lexus RX page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is fuel/propulsion system with 20 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Lexus RX currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 64 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are fuel/propulsion system (20), service brakes (8), fuel system, gasoline (6).
- Vehicle
- 2019 Lexus RX
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 64
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
16.4% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 25V028000January 22, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.
Owner Complaints
64 totalSERVICE BRAKES
Jan 26, 2026
My Lexus 2019 RX450H is making a squishing squeaking brake actuator noise when pressing the brake pedal. I located well publicized TSB’s documenting the awareness by Toyota/Lexus of the problem. (TSB: MC-10245447-9999) Brake Squawk/Knock Noise. I checked with my local Lexus dea...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CRASHDec 8, 2025
I was dropping my husband off at cardiac rehab. I was stopped and had my foot on the brake suddenly the car launched forward into the back of a car parked in front of me. The other driver got out of the car and said he wasn't hurt. We were able to drive the car home stopping 3 ti...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 28, 2025
While driving roof glass just exploded. Sounded like gun being fired. No one was around us and glass blew outward. Almost had an accident from the explosion.
SERVICE BRAKES
CRASHSep 12, 2025
Brakes making honking sound when applied even when stopped. My brake actuator is failing and has been confirmed by the LEXUS Dealership. Noise and stiff breaks has been going on for a while. There is no recall, but Lexus put out LSB to dealerships May 15, 2023 and revisions ea...
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SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 19, 2024
Brake actuator defective
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2024
For some unknown reason the car will suddenly display multiple warning lights, check engine, service needed, traction control off/inactive then the car will go into reduced engine power mode which prevents acceleration and causes the car to feel like it’s going to stall or shut o...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 16, 2024
My vehicle has an intermittent check engine light along with an ICS malfunction code that pops up on the dashboard. The car doesn’t want to turn on after every gas fill up. After taking my car to a couple of independent shops, they determined that the issue with the car was the h...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
CRASHJun 11, 2024
Unintended acceleration causing accident March 2, 2023. Low speed frontal collision avoidance assist did not engage causing accident June 11, 2024. August 2023 I agreed to video and Lexus is not providing video of accident June 11th, 2024! Recall on fuel pump and software replac...
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STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 1, 2024
Driver side upper frame has cracks start from where driver sits back to rear passenger seat.
SERVICE BRAKES
May 30, 2024
I’ve approximately the last 45 thousand miles, Lexus dealers have replaced the brake actuator and other components of the brake system on this vehicle at least 6 times due to noise issues. Lexus has stated that this is not a safety issue, I have an open ticket with Lexus, but yes...
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Why Compare These Pages
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus RX have?
The 2019 Lexus RX has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2019 Lexus RX?
NHTSA has received 64 owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Lexus RX.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Lexus RX?
The 2019 Lexus RX received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Lexus RX?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2019 Lexus RX are fuel/propulsion system (20 reports), service brakes (8 reports), fuel system, gasoline (6 reports).
Does the 2019 Lexus RX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2019 Lexus RX. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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