How many engine complaints does the 2013 Lexus RX350 have?

NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2013 RX350, which is 25% of the 59 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Lexus RX350 engine?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the engine complaints filed for the 2013 RX350.

At what mileage do engine problems show up on the 2013 RX350?

The median mileage at failure among engine complaints is 43,000 miles.

Did engine problems on the 2013 RX350 lead to fires or crashes?

Among the total complaints for this model year there are 6 crashes and 3 fires reported, with some of the sample engine complaints describing smoke or flames from the engine compartment.

How does the 2013 RX350 engine compare to other RX350 model years?

Engine complaints made up 25% of all complaints for the 2013 RX350, lower than the 52% share seen in 2010 and 53% in 2011, but higher than the 0% share reported for 2014.

2013 Lexus RX350 Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2013 Lexus RX350, 25% of that year's 59 total complaints. The median mileage at failure is 43,000 miles, and there are no related recalls tied to this engine data.

Engine complaints: 15; 25% of 59
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 43,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Some owners report sudden unintended acceleration from a stop, with the engine revving on its own while the brake was applied.
Several complaints describe smoke and fire coming from the engine compartment while driving at highway speed.
Owners describe the engine roaring to full acceleration while stopped in traffic, forcing them to shift to neutral or turn off the ignition.
One owner reported a grinding noise starting around 43,000 miles that was later diagnosed as a failing water pump bearing.
Owners report the engine stalling on the expressway during sudden speed changes, then struggling to restart while merging back into traffic.

When 2013 Lexus RX350 engine complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 11, 2013, latest Nov 8, 2020.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2013 to Nov 2020; peak Oct 2014 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2013 Lexus RX350

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by RX350 model year

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

201049 (52%)
201116 (53%)
201214 (42%)
201315 (25%)
20140 (0%)
201516 (38%)
201610 (17%)
201712 (26%)
20185 (28%)
20196 (19%)
20201 (14%)
20210 (0%)
20221 (10%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2013 Lexus RX350 have?: NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2013 RX350, which is 25% of the 59 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Lexus RX350 engine?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the engine complaints filed for the 2013 RX350.
At what mileage do engine problems show up on the 2013 RX350?: The median mileage at failure among engine complaints is 43,000 miles.
Did engine problems on the 2013 RX350 lead to fires or crashes?: Among the total complaints for this model year there are 6 crashes and 3 fires reported, with some of the sample engine complaints describing smoke or flames from the engine compartment.
How does the 2013 RX350 engine compare to other RX350 model years?: Engine complaints made up 25% of all complaints for the 2013 RX350, lower than the 52% share seen in 2010 and 53% in 2011, but higher than the 0% share reported for 2014.