Model year guide

2010 Lexus rx350

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Lexus rx350 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2010 Lexus rx350 — representative photo
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2010 Lexus rx350 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints169
Combined20–21 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2010 Lexus rx350 recalls 1

Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal NHTSA Campaign #12V305000 · 29/06/2012

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles, manufactured from November 28, 2008, through September 1, 2010, and model year 2008 through 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2007, through September 5, 2011. In July 2012, Toyota filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2010 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles. In November 2012, Toyota informed the ag…

Fix: Toyota and Lexus will notify owners of affected vehicles and dealers will modify or replace the accelerator pedal and replace any driver's floor mat not specified for the vehicle. Owners of the Lexus vehicles were notified during August 2012. Toyota has not yet provided a notification schedule fo…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2010 Lexus rx350 common problems

Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2010 Lexus rx350 MPG & running costs

Combined20–21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,000
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Lexus rx350 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,000
Fuel only$20,000
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Lexus rx350 trims & engines on record

Trims
350
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 275 hp

2010 Lexus rx350 vehicles on record

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Other Lexus rx350 model years

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2010 Lexus rx350 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Lexus rx350 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2010 Lexus rx350. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus rx350?

Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Lexus rx350 get?

The 2010 Lexus rx350 has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.