How common are engine complaints for the 2010 Lexus RX?

NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints out of 76 total complaints for the 2010 RX, which is 39% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Lexus RX engine?

No related recalls for the engine component are listed in NHTSA data for the 2010 Lexus RX.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 Lexus RX?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2010 RX is 52,800 miles.

What specific engine problems do owners report on the 2010 Lexus RX?

Owners most often describe unintended acceleration or forward surge while braking, and oil line or oil cooler pipe leaks that trigger low oil pressure warnings.

Were any crashes or injuries linked to engine complaints?

NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 1 injury among the engine-related complaints for the 2010 Lexus RX; no fires were reported.

2010 Lexus RX Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2010 Lexus RX, 39% of all 76 complaints filed for the year. Owners most often describe unintended acceleration or surging on braking and oil line/oil cooler leaks, with a median failure mileage of 52,800. No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component.

Engine complaints: 30; 39% of 76 complaints
All complaints this year: 76
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 52,800 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners describe the vehicle surging or accelerating unintentionally while braking, especially on bumpy roads or at low speeds in parking lots.
Some report sudden unintended acceleration on the highway, with speed climbing on its own before the driver regained control using the brake.
Several complaints describe the VVT-i oil line or engine oil cooler pipe bursting or leaking, dumping oil onto the engine and undercarriage and triggering low oil pressure warnings.
One owner reported the vehicle unexpectedly decelerating at highway speed while the check engine, all-wheel-drive, and hybrid system warning lights illuminated.
A few complaints mention the vehicle failing to accelerate normally on steep inclines above certain speeds.

When 2010 Lexus RX engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 19, 2010, latest Apr 29, 2026.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2010 to Apr 2026; peak Feb 2010 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2010 Lexus RX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by RX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20053 (11%)
20069 (28%)
200710 (17%)
200819 (27%)
200913 (38%)
201030 (39%)
201110 (34%)
20123 (25%)
20132 (11%)
20140 (0%)
20155 (25%)
20165 (18%)
201711 (23%)
20185 (20%)
20198 (24%)
20205 (11%)
20212 (3%)
20225 (17%)
202313 (21%)
20249 (16%)
20255 (28%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine complaints for the 2010 Lexus RX?: NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints out of 76 total complaints for the 2010 RX, which is 39% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Lexus RX engine?: No related recalls for the engine component are listed in NHTSA data for the 2010 Lexus RX.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 Lexus RX?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2010 RX is 52,800 miles.
What specific engine problems do owners report on the 2010 Lexus RX?: Owners most often describe unintended acceleration or forward surge while braking, and oil line or oil cooler pipe leaks that trigger low oil pressure warnings.
Were any crashes or injuries linked to engine complaints?: NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 1 injury among the engine-related complaints for the 2010 Lexus RX; no fires were reported.