2010 Lexus RX engine problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2010 Lexus RX — 26% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I was looking at common problems associated with the make and model of my car. I came across an issue that could possibly cause engine failure. I am unsure if any one has reported it yet. here are the details - Problem overview An VVT-i oil line on the Lexus RX350 is known to burst. This is a very…”
filed Apr 29, 2026
“Pot affects 2007-2011 RX350/450= 459,285 units. 1. On Friday, [XXX], the oil cooler pipe burst on our 2010 RX350. 2. All six quarts of engine oil were lost in approximately 700 feet while traveling at 70–75 mph on the highway. 3. Massive amounts of smoke poured from the front of the vehicle &…”
filed Nov 17, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other RX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 RX | 6 | 11% |
| 2023 RX | 10 | 18% |
| 2022 RX | 3 | 12% |
| 2021 RX | 2 | 3% |
| 2020 RX | 4 | 9% |
| 2019 RX | 7 | 21% |
| 2018 RX | 3 | 13% |
| 2017 RX | 10 | 22% |
| 2016 RX | 5 | 18% |
| 2015 RX | 5 | 25% |
| 2013 RX | 1 | 5% |
| 2011 RX | 10 | 34% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2010 Lexus RX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.