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2010 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (31%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 101 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2010 Lexus RX.

2010 Lexus RX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (48%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

1000 mi There is an annoying exhaust droan/vibration in this allegidly superior vehicle. The dealer had me drive another new one which had the same issues so, at this point, I just view the RX as a well crafted turkey - I'm just disappointed :-( 
42000 mi Had a faulty valve guide which resulted in scored cylinder and damaged piston. Dealer installed shortblock, i new head assembly, rebuilt other head assembly. New plugs. 
85000 mi

US $1150
Radiator and hoses replaced 
89599 mi Oil cooler pipe TSB 

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2010 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

30000 mi

US $500
New drive belt. Old one rotted 
49000 mi Timing chain case removed and replaced. 
77500 mi

C $1815
exhaust shield replacement, C$394.95 
116000 mi air intake 
32240 mi

C $300
Faulty O2 sensor causing check engine light replaced. 
70060 mi

C $115
Drive belt replacement 
46440 mi TSB for some system components 
39680 mi

C $1200
Heat shield wore down around the bolts and was rattling 
80700 mi

US $4000
Failed head gasket 
123000 mi

US $850
Oil leak into engine exhaust (pinhole in tubing per dealer) car transferred to Lexus as repair done under extended warranty 
24800 mi

C $30
Multiple warning lights. Had to reset. Attributed to over-filling of gas tank at last fill-up. 
24800 mi Charcoal canister replaced. Made necessary because of "overfilling" gas tank. 
51000 mi

US $900
The water pump wore out at @51,000. Fortunately Lexus covered the repair. They also took care of two recalls, including software fix. 
46000 mi Check engine light 
79000 mi

US $1000
bad O2 sensors 

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2010 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

122000 mi

US $455
O2 sensor, left rear 

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2010 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

78000 mi A seal was leaking, they say. It took so little time, they didn't bother to charge me. (they know I'll be back for my air suspension soon!) 
96000 mi Oxygen Sensor. Was covered under recall. 
101000 mi Engine died at high speed and wouldn’t restart, had to pull over and “reboot”. Dealer suggested fuel pump but skipped and issue didn’t return. 
110360 mi

C $400
replace leaking oil line banjo gasket 

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2010 Lexus RX Engine Problems

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