2016 Lexus RX350 problems

Filed Apr 6, 2021 · 57,294 miles · GA

Knocking sound coming from the engine at ~50k miles. Took it to a lexus service center and was informed that the sound was from a failing brake vacuum pump. If not addressed, the failing pump could make braking the vehicle extremely difficult and potentially cause an accident. The 2017 rx350s have a recall for this exact issue but nothing for the 2016 rx350s. Disappointed that a vehicle that has been diligently maintained with only ~50k miles is already having issues with failing parts that could cause a serious accident.

Filed Mar 20, 2021 · 68,000 miles · LA

I was driving down highway and heard a loud explosion. I was very shaken up. It was a scary experience. I was traveling 220 cross lake bridge and at time could not pull over. I kept hearing crunching noise above me. I opened sunroof inside cover and that's when I noticed the sunroof was shattered and it was what had exploded.

Filed Feb 22, 2021 · Wheels · 62,600 miles · NC

Kelly edge a/s tires went bald after 6100 miles of light city driving.

Filed Jan 21, 2021 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · LA

Rodent damage to the electrical wiring harness of my 2016 lexus rx 350 caused by lexus using a soy base covering on the wires that attract rodents. Lexus takes no responsibility for the repair that cost thousands of dollars. Not to mention a safety issue. This is a common problem base on all the class action law suits and should LED to a recall

Filed Nov 29, 2020 · Visibility · 23,000 miles · AL

Sunroof spontaneously shattered

Filed Nov 9, 2020 · Fuel system · 51,701 miles · FL

The vehicle was stalling and sputtering after driving less than 0.1 mile on a city street. After contacting the lexus dealership regarding the issue, we had the vehicle towed into the lexus dealership. After running a diagnostic check, they determined the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle has 51,701 miles on it. The towing charge was $101, and the repairs were $808.96. Approximately a month later, I saw that toyota and lexus were recalling various models and years with a similar issue that we experienced. Although the 2016 rx350 is not currently included, I contacted lexus because the coincidence was too much to ignore. Lexus advised that our vehicle is not currently included in recall the federal safety agency 20v012000.

Filed Sep 23, 2020 · Acceleration · VA

I reported the speedometer issue to lexus chantilly, va when I drove on highway from va to in, the lexus speedometer shows 83, and my waze shows 75. Its 8 MPH difference. I also have noticed of the MPH difference between 6 to 8 MPH. Lexus said, I required to pay for the repair, when this speedometer is defected by lexus design. It has do nothing with personal wear, etc. I drove other honda pilot, and the speedometer showed correctly against the traffic pattern, and waze app, but the 2016 lexus doesnt show the correct based on traffic flow, and waze app. The travel from leesburg, va to indiaopolis, in should be 547, but ended at 601 miles. Im ok if its just few miles differences, but 50 miles per every 500 miles is huge, 5% error. I think its because of speedometer and impact error actual miles. I went to lexus chantilly, va to perform recall for other thing, door handle, but they said, wont look at speedometer issue, unless I pay for it. Then I called lexus corporation to open the case, and the lexus case manager wont honor or fix my issue. This is serious safety issue, and should be covered by lexus due to their defective issue. I have 4 photos to attach.. Can you assist me to contact lexus to fix based on photos. Thank you... I can be reached via [xxx] - [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 28, 2020 · Airbags · 55,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

A broadside collision causing damage to front left of the car, injury to the driver with force of the collision, air bag didn't deploy.

Filed Jul 19, 2020 · 23,685 miles · MO

Sunroof spontaneously exploded. I was driving about 45mph on my way to work during a rainstorm around 6:30am on april 23 2020, when I suddenly heard a very loud bang. I looked up to see that my sunroof had burst and there were glass fragments raining on my head. I closed the visor to prevent more glass and precipitation from falling into the vehicle, and pulled under an awning to assess the damage. The glass had burst outward (pictures attached), and there were no dents or chips on the outside of the vehicle indicating that it could have been struck by something. Other than the shattered glass, there was no debris on the inside of the vehicle. Additionally, at the time the glass burst, my vehicle was the only car on the road within several hundred meters, so this could not have resulted from any sort of road debris kicked up by another vehicle. I suffered minor cuts to my arms and head, but did not have any major injuries. My rx350 had fewer than 24k miles on it and was 3 years old, so it should have been covered under basic warranty. Lexus ultimately denied any sort of manufacturer defect, and did not honor the warranty. I had the vehicle repaired at a lexus dealership for $1,465.

Filed May 22, 2020 · Lights, Transmission · 50,000 miles · VA

Auto bright head light system deactivates/reactivates indiscriminately, most frequently a few minutes after departing in the morning (still dark). Lack of proper bright light control while driving at night greatly reduces visibility making this a safety issue. I have provided video evidence to lexus dealer demonstrating the problem who consulted with corporate lexus; lexus claims that they found my vehicle to be within lexus specifications and has refused to further investigate nor repair. Information posted on the internet by numerous lexus rx-350 owners reported the same problem - one suggesting that proper cleaning of the camera lens fixed the problem; I provided the evidence to lexus and lexus refused to attempt this solution. Following is lexus guest experience center response; dear mr.: thank you for contacting the lexus guest experience center. The entire lexus organization is dedicated to providing lexus customers with superior service. In circumstances that require our attention, we are interested in assisting in the resolution process. As you requested, we are responding in writing. Your 2016 rx 350, vehicle identification number xx, was inspected by lexus of xx, and found to be within lexus specifications. We apologize the vehicle has not met your expectations. Please be assured that lexus has documented your dissatisfaction for product improvement consideration. Sincerely, xx case manager, eastern area lexus guest experience center this is my third lexus and may be my last!