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2009 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (39%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 33 repairs.
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2009 Lexus RX repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (19%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 27 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Lexus RX in Texas, United States
Mar 2017 - Jan 2022
Dec 2021

121000 mi

US $400
replaced struts (original) 
Lexus RX in Mississippi, United States
Oct 2017 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

76000 mi
Replaced dash under warranty 

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2009 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

Lexus RX in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015

80000 mi
One of the tire inflation sensors failed when I had a valve stem leak. Replaced the valve stem, trying to decide if this feature is worth the $100/ tire to replace as they fail. I was told they have about a 7 year life before they fail My shop guy told me to give it a week or so to reset and see if it would start working and bless my soul it did so no repair needed. 
Lexus RX in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

89000 mi

US $300
Replacement of oil pipe 
Lexus RX in California, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017 Needed new engine mounts. Drive Axel 
Lexus RX in California, United States
Apr 2013 - May 2016
May 2015

48000 mi

US $1100
Leak in steering rack. Needs new or rebuilt rack. 
Mar 2016

54000 mi

US $100
TPMS sensor replaced 
May 2016

54000 mi

US $100
TMPS sensor,another one failed Torn CV boot RF, Still had not repaired the leaking power steering rack discovered last year. 
Lexus RX in Texas, United States
Oct 2014 - Jul 2016
Feb 2015

90000 mi

US $70
Bad gas cap, had to replace it. 
Jun 2015

102000 mi
Dealer submitted for out of warranty coverage and Lexus paid for the repair. This is why I drive a Lexus and why I use the dealer for repairs!! 
Feb 2016

116100 mi
Dealer felt because I was just 10k out of warranty that they would try to get Lexus to pay. They did and I paid nothing for this axle or CV joint repair. This is why I buy only Lexus! 
Lexus RX in Texas, United States
Jun 2014 - Nov 2021
Apr 2015

108700 mi

US $600
Water pump replaced 
Lexus RX in Texas, United States
Apr 2013 - Aug 2017
Oct 2015

67300 mi

US $3000
water pump seals leaking. Had to pull engine and replace pump 
Jun 2016

72000 mi

US $1200
rack & pinion leaking starter failing 
Mar 2017

76000 mi

US $1700
replaced struts 

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2009 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

Lexus RX in Pennsylvania, United States
Apr 2012 - Mar 2018
Nov 2012

29000 mi

US $300
replaced failed battery 
May 2015

62000 mi
A rubber oil feeder tube exploded and dumped 3 quarts of engine oil before I was able to safely stop. Engine timing went out because it is oil pressure controlled. Replaced with OEM "metal" parts since Lexus is aware of this issue. 
Lexus RX in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017

94240 mi

C $4200
driveshaft bushings, rear hubs and bushings, rear calipers and pads,rotors all around 
Apr 2018

99820 mi

C $1000
bushings, brakes,shocks 
Lexus RX in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2013 - Sep 2017
Feb 2017

91000 mi

US $300
Leaking power steering fluid. 
Lexus RX in Kansas, United States
Apr 2012 - Sep 2016
Apr 2012

20600 mi

US $75
Replaced passenger headlamp and re-programmed TPMS for the spare tire. 
Lexus RX in Alabama, United States
Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
May 2015

88400 mi

US $410
replaced wheel bearing. 
Lexus RX in Quebec, Canada
Apr 2013 - Dec 2017
Jun 2013

68820 mi

C $300
rear wheel bearing 
Jun 2014

88660 mi

C $800
rear wheel bearing had to be replaced 
Apr 2017

142600 mi

C $700
Water pump dead 
May 2017

141980 mi

C $1000
Steering arm replaced. Symptoms were the car was pulling right and wiggled at high speed. 
Lexus RX in Maine, United States
Apr 2013 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014

34000 mi
Leaking seals on steering gear. Estimate $1000, sold car instead. 

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