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Buying a used 2018 Lexus RX350L? Check these 2 recalls first
The two recalls both address the same fuel pump defect that can stall the engine; neither is flagged stop-driving or park-outside. Complaint volume is moderate: 25 unverified owner reports to NHTSA, including three crashes and two injuries. Service brakes is the single largest identified area with six reports, tied with unknown or other, followed by engine and structure at three each. Brake-related reports outnumber fuel-system ones in this year's record.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify the fuel pump recall was completed by VIN before agreeing on price
- Test brake feel and pedal travel from highway speed and ask about any brake work already done
- Watch for stalling, warning lights, or rough running during an extended drive, including a cold start
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Lexus dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Lexus RX350L
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota and Lexus Vehicles: Fuel Pump Can Stall Engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Toyota and Lexus fuel pumps may fail, stalling engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
25 complaints filed for this model year, including 3 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 2 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 6 | None found |
| Engine | 3 | None found |
| Structure | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | None found |
| Fuel System | 2 | Yes |