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2008 Lexus RX repairs by problem area
Engine (28%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 169 repairs.
2008 Lexus RX repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (23%)
< $100 (49%)
Chart based on 134 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Lexus RX in New York, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 2015128000 miUS $248 | Self leveling headlight sensor | ||
| Apr 2016128200 miUS $668 | Right rear hub assembly | ||
| Jun 2016129000 miUS $40 | Exhaust gasket and bolt assembly where manifold and main pipe meet.Heat shield reattached | ||
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Lexus RX in New Mexico, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Apr 201474000 mi | Oil leak in transfer case | ||
| Lexus RX in Michigan, United States Nov 2016 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 2016144000 mi | (Very detailed TSB on this issue.) High pressure oil cooling line routed next to exhaust manifold blew. Vehicle did not signal a problem although empty of oil. Driven 20+ miles eating bearings. Lexus replaced cheap lines, not ruined engine. Lexus of Lansing / Spartan Toyota apparently has a service manager looking for a Lexus promotion, and Lexus Regional Rep. with significant hearing problem as they cannot hear engine knocking as a result of running the vehicle with no oil. Lexus of Lansing / Spartan Toyota was paid by Lexus to inspect oil. They refused to hear the obvious engine knock reported & recorded "Cold Start Knocking" of the engine due to bearing failure from TSB paid repair. | ||
| Lexus RX in Illinois, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Sep 201452000 miUS $475 | Oil coolant line leak. Lost 5 pints of oil. | ||
| Lexus RX in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Mar 201112000 mi | Fuel sensor malfunction | ||
| Jan 201225700 mi | Non-hybrid battery went dead twice. Lexus replaced battery. | ||
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| Lexus RX in Georgia, United States Mar 2016 - Feb 2021 | |||
| Apr 2016200300 mi | The dashboard is cracked in various locations. This is identify as a recall on 2008 RX350s by Lexus. They will replace the dashboard for for free. So they order the parts necessary. The only thing I have to wait for 10-12 Months for Parts!!! | ||
| Jun 2016201000 miUS $121 | AC broke down on my vacation. Took the car to Express Lube in Gadsden, AL and charge me 2 times the amount if I will do it my self just so they can give me 2 years warranty! Did the 200K service and change the Intake Manifold Gasket, SparkPlugs, Valve Cover Gasket & O-ring, PCV valve, Oil and Filter, Air + Cabin filters and front and rear break pads and rotors including drum shoes for footbrake. AFS light came on after the headlight bulbs were replace. Change the AFS sensor in the rear right wheel. Lights work fine but light still flashes. Mechanics cannot figure it out. They said is a dealer issue. Replace TPMS sensor in the spare tire. Still the light is on. WE tested wit hthe computer of my mechanic and found that the central CPU for TPMS in the headliner is not working. Replace rear right ABS sensor | ||
| Jul 2016201800 miUS $230 | Replace both front inner fenders and the middle and rear engine undercarriage covers. | ||
| Aug 2016202000 miUS $50 | Rear hatch switch replace. Autobody mechanic burned it. | ||
| Nov 2016206000 miUS $350 | Engine Oil Cooler Pipe broke and cause a massive oil leak and smoke. Thankfully my wife stop right away. I called a towtruck and took the car to the mechanic who replace faulty Engine Oil Cooler Pipe. This is a lexus design flaw. | ||
| Dec 2016209000 miUS $104 | Engine light came on showing error code P0015. Check it my self could not find anything and also the mechanic agree. Put a quart of oil and reset. | ||
| Feb 2017210000 miUS $155 | Had to replace the HID bulbs after a few months. they were defective and after you turn them on stay on for a minute and then both will go out. | ||
| Aug 2017216000 miUS $120 | Battery was not charging the system and failure was eminent. Replaced! | ||
| Dec 2017221000 miUS $721 | Steering systems was leaking from the right boot. Determine that we need a new one. Replace the entire R&P system including the inner tie rods. Replace oil&filter, air filter and cabin filter. I also performed realignment. | ||
| Apr 2018227000 miUS $495 | Car just die in the parking lot during lunch! Determine it was the alternator and tow the car to the mechanic. He replace the alternator and charge the battery. | ||
| Lexus RX in Colorado, United States Feb 2016 - Nov 2017 | |||
| Jan 2016141000 mi | Replaced both headlamp assemblies. No charge. Known issue. | ||
| Mar 2016154000 mi | Dashboard vibration. Intermittent. Frustrating to locate. 2 stops at dealer; car goes silent as soon as technician sits down. No charge so far. | ||
| Mar 2017175000 miUS $180 | Clunk in drivers window (in door). Replaced window motor. No longer clunks, now it squeaks at top of closing run. Better, but not quite right. Still living with dashboard rattle. It seems this is fairly common. Only over rough surfaces | ||
| Lexus RX in Florida, United States Aug 2015 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Aug 201666600 miUS $600 | Driver side exterior mirror housing paint clear-coat pealed off. | ||
| Lexus RX in Florida, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 2016125000 miUS $90 | I replaced front and rear brake pads. | ||
| Lexus RX in Arizona, United States Dec 2008 - May 2017 | |||
| Jul 201035000 miUS $60 | Driver seat motor became very noisy; had to order new motor | ||
| Feb 201573400 miUS $100 | Heat shield for converter loose and very noisy. fixed with screws | ||
| Aug 201577600 mi | Battery failure; unable to start. AAA jump started vehicle and went to dealer for warranty replacement (23 months into 24 month ext. warranty for battery) | ||
| Feb 201681000 miUS $800 | Boot cracked in front steering parts. Leaking PS fluid | ||
| Sep 201686000 miUS $800 | vehicle would not start and most elect systems inoperative. Vehicle towed; battery replaced. All good until 1 week later, when battery warning light came on while driving. Electrical test showed Alternator not charging; replaced alternator | ||
| Lexus RX in California, United States Jun 2013 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Dec 201460000 miUS $440 | Found that the steering has a leaking gasket. Found that many Lexus' of similar year having a similar problem at similar mileage. Am driving the car without the repair for now, but if the steering leaks then have the repair made. recall?? | ||
| Nov 201562900 miUS $1300 | Steering linkage repair, seal, boot etc. Also water pump replaced due to leaking | ||
| Lexus RX in Texas, United States May 2018 - Jul 2022 | |||
| May 2022145000 miUS $500 | replace alternator | ||
| Lexus RX in California, United States Mar 2012 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Sep 201372000 mi | Passenger window motor not working Radio doesn't always play | ||
| Apr 201478500 miUS $150 | Battery died prematurely | ||
| Dec 201490000 miUS $1000 | Alternator died | ||
| Jan 201797000 miUS $600 | Tire flat | ||
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Lexus RX in Indiana, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Aug 20107000 mi | Oxygen sensor failed. Replaced | ||
| Lexus RX in Ohio, United States Oct 2014 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Dec 201499000 miUS $650 | Leaking water pump | ||
| Dec 2015110000 miUS $1500 | Failure of emissions control system including evaporation canister and related control systems | ||
| Mar 2017126000 miUS $625 | Fuel system sensor A/F ration sensor | ||
| Jun 2017127000 miUS $700 | Fuel system hoses, gas cap and accessory drive tensioner | ||
| Lexus RX in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2010 - May 2011 | |||
| Dec 201045000 mi | exhaust replacement - noisy Headlight replacement, foggy and water inside noisy front window motors - both replaced wind noise driver side window - window/door door trim and seal replaced | ||
| Lexus RX in Maryland, United States Jul 2017 - Jun 2019 | |||
| Feb 201977 mi | Tire pressure light blinks then stays solid indicating the tire pressure sensor is bad. Sensor replaced, light still on. Turns out it is the computer system. | ||
| Lexus RX in New York, United States Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 2021234000 miUS $622 | Replaced left rear strut | ||
| Lexus RX in New Jersey, United States May 2016 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jan 201892000 miUS $500 | Oil cooler lines rotted out. Replaced with Lexus updated metal lines | ||
| Lexus RX in Washington, United States Jan 2016 - May 2019 | |||
| Nov 201798000 miUS $4400 | Rear calipers were extremely rusty. Replaced both rear calipers, rotors, pads. Replaced right rear wheel bearing and hub. Hub was extremely rusty. $800 Replaced both rear shocks/struts. | ||
| Lexus RX in Minnesota, United States Sep 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 2017158000 miUS $1500 | Back hatch door opener replacement Passenger mirror replacement | ||
| May 2021190000 miUS $1300 | Replace leaking radiator | ||
| Aug 2021192000 miUS $544 | New front brakes | ||
| Lexus RX in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Oct 2012137000 miUS $1570 | Replaced left rear wheel bearing. Replaced slow leaking water pump Replaced left rear wheel bearing. Replaced slow leaking water pump | ||
| Lexus RX in Minnesota, United States Mar 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Jun 2013130000 miUS $1300 | Second replacement for rear wheel bearings, not covered by warranty as it had just expired | ||
| Lexus RX in New Jersey, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201266000 miUS $240 | acid spill from battery | ||
| Jun 2018133000 mi | Changed headlight and the capacitor board. Headlight fixed on the second attempt. | ||
| Lexus RX in Alabama, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Mar 201274000 miUS $50 | Failed rt. rear wheel bearing. Replaced under extended warranty. | ||
| Lexus RX in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Apr 201581200 miUS $9 | Gasket on oil drain plug was bad. | ||
| May 201582000 miUS $91 | Oil leak. Front gasket on engine. Repair included the drive belt. Both rear hatch struts failing to keep hatch lifted. Note dealer wanted $545 for replacement!!! | ||
| Lexus RX in California, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Mar 201160000 mi | gas cap gasket allowing pressure leak, causing engine light warnings. replaced gasket (or whole gas cap?) | ||
| May 201280000 mi | Headlights had significant yellowing and surface haze, intefering with headlight brightness. (car is not garaged) Dealer was willing to handle cleaning for free as part of regular service, using some unspecified cleaning kit. | ||
| Jun 201280000 miUS $155 | loose gas cap resulted in warning lights (VSC OFF blinking). dealer insisted on full diagnostics, showed no problems. cost not covered by pre-owned warranty or extended warranty. peeling paint on underside of roofrack also not covered. | ||
| Aug 201283100 mi | The tire pressure sensor system seems to be malfunctioning after the most recent regular service. Dealer does not know what is wrong yet. | ||
| Nov 201289700 mi | Tire pressure sensor was bad after last service visit. Diagnosed and replaced at dealer cost. | ||
| Apr 201394800 mi | dealer replaced bushings (supposedly $1900 job) under warranty. back seat window stopped working, dealer replaced the motor or wiring under warranty. | ||
| Apr 2014110800 mi | torn arm bushings replaced window switch stopped working (not motor) | ||
| Aug 2014116700 mi | tire pressure sensor bad | ||
| Oct 2015131300 mi | Dashboard was replaced under recall for cracked dashboards | ||
| Jun 2016141000 miUS $280 | flexible oil hose under engine broke, was replaced with superior all-metal part. | ||
| Apr 2017150000 miUS $490 | steering wheel had chatter, turned out to be both front wheels a bit bent, they moved to back and seems to resolve for now. rear brakes worn to limit, replaced and rotors resurfaced | ||
| Mar 2018163000 miUS $18 | replacement key, both originals broke -- using original radio unit and metal key, into new plastic form from amazon. | ||
| Mar 2022199775 miUS $308 | Broken hose nipple on radiator. Dealer wanted to replace the entire radiator but I found replacement for just the nipple, together with the bleeding procedure after refill. | ||
| Lexus RX in Ohio, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Jan 201242000 mi | Right front tire has a very slow leak. They couldn't find a leak. They broke the tire down, cleaned everything and resealed it. So far it's not leaking. | ||
| Lexus RX in Colorado, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2019 | |||
| Jan 201095800 mi | Passenger side front seat arm loose requiring repair. Third time in for same problem. Found extra washer on seat side of arm rest. Removed washer and applied lock tite. | ||
| Apr 201050300 mi | Persistent rattling noise when driving at highway speed. Found to be a loose shroud cover over fuel tank (and a known problem) for which an updated replacement part was available. Problem was solved successfully. | ||
| May 2018115000 miUS $125 | Leaking water pump. Replaced prior to full failure. Replaced thermostat | ||
| Mar 2019117500 mi | Windshield replacement | ||
| Lexus RX in Ontario, Canada Nov 2009 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Sep 201383700 miC $150 | alternator died, replaced with a new napa 130amp unit. Unit was 130$, labour was 100, with taxes,etc came to about $250. | ||
| Lexus RX in Illinois, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Mar 201421000 mi | Replaced Mass Air Flow sensor | ||
| Lexus RX in Minnesota, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Dec 201044000 mi | Xenon headlight started to leak and stopped working. If I didn't have warranty - $1500 repair Rear view mirror loose Blower motor noise Windows switches are scratched and not working Electrical, other than above, repair | ||
| Jan 201145000 mi | Replaced fan blower motor after another mechanic heard it and ordered a part Air conditioning and ventilation, repair | ||
| Jul 201150000 mi | Roof bars broke | ||
| Nov 201153300 mi | Replaced roof bars | ||
| Oct 201369000 mi | Head gasket leaking and needs to be replaced. Also replaced water pump | ||
| Nov 201369000 miUS $600 | Oil pump bearing noise. Timing gears were manufactured defectively. Gears needed to be replaced, oil pump, oil cooler needed to be replaced. All the breaks needed to be replaced. Brackets were seized and needed to be replaced | ||
| Dec 201369000 mi | Main shaft bearing needed to be replaced Both O2 sensors needed to be replaced | ||
| Feb 201577500 miUS $100 | Battery (2 years old OEM) totally failed. Car did not start | ||
| Apr 201578300 miUS $400 | Shock are leaking | ||
| Jun 201580000 mi | ALL oil leaked out within 2 minutes. Oil cooling pipe burst. | ||
| Jul 201580300 miUS $350 | Radiator was leaking, needed to be replaced | ||
| Lexus RX in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jun 201368200 mi | Rear windows would not respond from Driver's side controls. The windows were up and would not go down. Played with the switch in the back arm rests and after a while was able to operate using switch at the driver's side. Later resolved itself. | ||
| Sep 201695480 mi | Had to replace the steering rack | ||
| Lexus RX in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Sep 201158000 mi | Ignition lock cylinder failed, could not turn key. cylinder replaced. | ||
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD
| Lexus RX in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Apr 201126500 mi | TPMS sensor | ||
| May 201127700 mi | Another TPMS sensor | ||
| Jun 201129000 mi | A third TPMS sensor | ||
| Jul 201129800 mi | Fogged headlamps from condensation | ||
| Lexus RX in Tennessee, United States Aug 2009 - May 2016 | |||
| Jan 201349000 miUS $1750 | Water in headlight assembly of driver's side requiring replacement of lens and seals as well as HID bulb | ||
| Apr 201470700 mi | Nav system and back up camera not functioning. Replaced a fuse. | ||
| Lexus RX in Florida, United States Apr 2012 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Sep 201341000 mi | Axle needed replacement. Was causing wobble through the steering wheel. | ||
| Jan 201445000 mi | Sterring rack replaced | ||
| Jan 201544300 mi | Headlights replaced due to accumulated moisture. Covered by warranty enhancement program. | ||
| Lexus RX in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Dec 201351000 mi | Dealer reported car needed new water pump. Car has no coolant leakage or overheat so repair denied. Dealer supplied photo of slight coolant leakage near water pump or temperature sensor. I will an eye on cooling system. | ||
| Nov 201461000 miUS $1150 | Replaced leaking water pump, as well as timing belt. | ||
| Nov 201571000 miUS $1300 | Replaced both rear struts and shocks, due to one leaking | ||
| Lexus RX in Florida, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201032000 mi | Condensation in passenger side HID headlight assembly. Part was ordered at last routine maintenance trip and recently installed when it was received | ||
| Jul 201036000 mi | Condensation in passenger headlight. Required replacement of headlight assembly | ||
| May 201388000 miUS $300 | Water pump leaking, replace | ||
| Sep 2015107000 mi | Condensation on passenger side headlight caused low beam to fail | ||
| Jun 2016119000 miUS $800 | Cracked radiator, had to be replaced | ||
| May 2018155000 miUS $1620 | Evaporator coil had leak, remove, replace, recharge AC | ||
| Lexus RX in North Carolina, United States Jun 2014 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Sep 2015139000 mi | The Adaptive front lights no longer would move side to side around corners. Dealership replaced for free out of warranty! They wrote it us as an ongoing issue with condensation that shorted the motors. Advantage: Ongoing dealer relationship | ||
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Lexus RX in Alabama, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Oct 2017102000 miUS $525 | Strange smell so took it in. Apparently this is a known issue?! Reseal Hatch Seams. | ||
| Lexus RX in Michigan, United States May 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 2022103000 miUS $500 | New Radiator | ||
| Lexus RX in Texas, United States Apr 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jan 2022150000 miUS $10 | Automatic wipers were inop after windshield replacement. | ||
| Lexus RX in Quebec, Canada Apr 2012 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Sep 201258280 mi | oxygen sensor | ||
| Lexus RX in Alberta, Canada Aug 2015 - May 2021 | |||
| Mar 2021148642 miC $687 | Radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced along with coolant | ||
| Lexus RX in Virginia, United States Jul 2010 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Dec 201021865 mi | Replaced front headlight assembly and gasket due to condensation in headlight. | ||
| Jan 201774000 miUS $45 | Passenger side mirror cracked due to temperature swing and auto dimming liquid no longer worked. Replaced with mirror purchased online. Truck latch rubber cover was severely degraded. Purchased replacement online and replaced. | ||
| Lexus RX in Michigan, United States Nov 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 201221300 mi | 12v Pb-acid battery failed, NOT the hybrid battery. the under-sized battery that Toyota puts in hybrid SUV's; only used to keep the electronics alive. When this battery gets low, car will not start. A common problem. Replaced under warranty | ||
| Lexus RX in Arizona, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201148000 mi | Main hybrid battery failed and needed to be replaced | ||
| Mar 201677000 miUS $700 | Radiator leak, side plastic tank split and lost fluid. Did not overheat and was still drivable but leaving anti-freeze drops on the floor. | ||
| Lexus RX in Missouri, United States Apr 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Jul 201569000 miUS $460 | Road debris (likely a rock) punctured a hole in the condenser. Found out it's a failing common to the RX. Followed forums on installing mesh on front air dam. | ||
| Lexus RX in California, United States Jul 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Aug 201696000 miUS $150 | HID Condensation on Driver's side - under warranty Water pump was leaking coolant - replaced @ no charge from seller All 4 Struts and Strut Mount Replaced Car would not start - dead battery | ||
| May 2018121000 miUS $850 | Radiator was leaking coolant (replaced, along with both radiator hoses) Also drained and refilled the hybrid system coolant in this repair trip | ||
| Apr 2019132000 miUS $140 | 12V Battery died completely after 2 1/2 years | ||
| Lexus RX in Great Britain Feb 2014 - Jul 2023 | |||
| Sep 2014120000 mi£50 | New bushes fitted | ||
| Jun 2015128000 mi£75 | A/C service | ||
| Aug 2015128900 mi | Battery replaced, it's related to problem with amplifier draining the battery | ||
| Sep 2017142000 mi£75 | Battery replaced, one cell gone. This is the 3rd battery in just over 4 years, Each time with a Bosch which I am assured are the best. | ||
| Jul 2021169000 mi£450 | new condenser fitted | ||
| Lexus RX in Great Britain Aug 2013 - Sep 2023 | |||
| Jan 201668200 mi£431 | Oxygen sensor faulty - bank 1 sensor 2 (P0136 & P0138). Sensor replaced | ||
| Nov 201676300 mi£250 | Brake cylinder sticking causing asymmetric wear of disc, cylinder replaced | ||
| Jul 201780000 mi£20 | Tracking (alignment) out. The tracking needed some minor parts replacing (which I had to wait for) in order to adjust it correctly. I didn't ask what those parts were but the total cost (including labour) was only £20 so they couldn't have been expensive. | ||
| May 201884000 mi£70 | New starter battery | ||
| Jul 2023108000 mi£950 | New pads & discs | ||
| Lexus RX in Connecticut, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Apr 201020000 mi | Replaced dead 12V (not hybrid) battery under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201027000 miUS $30 | Broken wheel stud during tire replacement. | ||
| Lexus RX in California, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
| May 2016181000 miUS $2500 | Inverter hydraulic brake actuator | ||
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