Lexus RX330 Recalls

The Lexus RX330 has been recalled 5 times across the 2004–2007 model years. The most recent recall, from November 9, 2011, covers the engine and engine cooling. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Lexus dealer.

5recalls
0do not drive / park outside
4model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Speed control & acceleration
    240%
  • Engine & cooling
    120%
  • Seat belts
    120%
  • Lights
    120%

2007 Lexus RX330 recalls (1)

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 11V-112 · Feb 24, 2011 · 769,379 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover May lean toward the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2006 Lexus RX330 recalls (1)

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 11V-112 · Feb 24, 2011 · 769,379 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover May lean toward the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2005 Lexus RX330 recalls (3)

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA recall 11V-539 · Nov 9, 2011 · 420,326 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 Lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 Lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from June 1, 2004 through March 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge.

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 11V-112 · Feb 24, 2011 · 769,379 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover May lean toward the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 06V-253 · Jul 13, 2006 · 367,594 vehicles

On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover May lean toward the accelerator pedal, causing interference with the accelerator pedal rod.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the two floor carpet cover retaining clips free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2006, and should be completed by early September 2006.

2004 Lexus RX330 recalls (5)

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA recall 11V-539 · Nov 9, 2011 · 420,326 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 Lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 Lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from June 1, 2004 through March 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge.

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 11V-112 · Feb 24, 2011 · 769,379 vehicles

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 Lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover May lean toward the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 06V-253 · Jul 13, 2006 · 367,594 vehicles

On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover May lean toward the accelerator pedal, causing interference with the accelerator pedal rod.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the two floor carpet cover retaining clips free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2006, and should be completed by early September 2006.

Seat belts › Rear/other

NHTSA recall 06V-023 · Jan 27, 2006 · 3,851 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the anchor bolt for the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle directly behind the driver's seat does not have sufficient strength.

Remedy: Dealers will replace free of charge the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle anchor bolt with an improved one. The recall began on February 3, 2006. Owners May contact Lexus at 800-255-3987.

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Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

NHTSA recall 04V-558 · Nov 22, 2004 · 183,090 vehicles

Certain passenger vehicles May be equipped with an improperly designed brake light switch. A silicon oxide build-up occurs on the contacts inside the brake light switch, which can make it inoperable.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began during December 2004. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Lexus RX330 have?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the Lexus RX330 across 4 model years.

How do I know if my Lexus RX330 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.