2021 Lexus RX 350 Review

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Air bags:sensor:occupant classification

Recall Number: 

23V865000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

23TA15, 23

Number of vehicles affected: 

999901

Defect Description: 

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

Defect Consequence: 

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. This is a phased recall. The next phase is anticipated in June 2025. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap

Recall Number: 

21V043000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

21LA01

Number of vehicles affected: 

1081

Defect Description: 

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus RX350 and 2021 RX350 vehicles. The transport hook may not have been removed prior to sale. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Defect Consequence: 

During a rear-end crash, the transport hook can damage the fuel filler pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

Lexus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, remove the rear transport hook, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus' number for this recall is 21LA01.