Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2013 Lexus RX 350
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2013 Lexus RX 350, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 30 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes 8 complaints
- Electrical System 6 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 5 complaints
- Air Bags 4 complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
- Power Train 4 complaints
Of the 30 complaints on file, 6 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 30 complaints, owners report 8 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Above average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2013 Lexus RX 350 has a strong reliability record with relatively few owner complaints primarily focused on service brakes and minor electrical issues, indicating above-average dependability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| service brakes | 60,000–90,000 miles | $300–$600 | common |
| electrical system | 45,000–75,000 miles | $250–$500 | occasional |
| power train | 75,000–100,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Tire rotations
- Brake inspections
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant flush
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake pedal feels soft
- Check engine light
- Unusual noises during acceleration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2013 Lexus RX 350 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.