Verdict
2011 Lexus RX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2011 Lexus RX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 67 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 63% of 2011 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (18%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2011 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
67
Reports to NHTSA, 2011
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
24.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 63% of 2011 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2011 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (18% of 67 reports), followed by air bags (16%).
+ 9 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 67 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11210626, ODI 11577357, ODI 11490775, ODI 11442729, ODI 11425648.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 31 | 28 | 29 |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 29 | 27 | 28 |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 24 | 21 |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 24 | 20 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2011 Lexus RX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2011 Lexus RX?
Owners filed 67 NHTSA complaints about the 2011 Lexus RX — fewer complaints than 63% of comparable 2011 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2011 Lexus RX?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (18% of complaints) and air bags (16%).
How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus RX have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2011 Lexus RX as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Lexus RX get?
The EPA rates the 2011 Lexus RX between 20 and 29 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.