Most common 2014 Lexus RX350 problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus RX350 complaints by model year
Best RX350 years: 2020, 2014, 2022. Years to avoid: 2007, 2008, 2010, 2009. Compare all years →
What 2014 Lexus RX350 owners say
Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Lexus RX350. While driving at a low speed, another vehicle crashed into the driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained head, neck, back, and shoulder injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an auto body repair center. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,305. Updated 4/20/15 updated 9/28/2017
Tl * the contact owns a 2014 Lexus RX350. While driving 5 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact crashed into a light pole, which then fell onto the windshield and the hood of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed, but the contact was uninjured. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 3,500. Updated 08/19/14 the light pole bounced off the vehicle, and fell in the street. Updated 08/21/14
Body & structure
The contact owns a 2014 Lexus rx 350. While attempting to park the vehicle after a complete stop, during the (gear) shifting from drive to park, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and hit / crashed on to a building and spun off, and the impact caused the vehicle to travel for about 15 feet and stopped. Air bags did not deploy and a police report was filed. No injuries to anyone. The vehicle was towed to the Lexus dealership and later to dealership's collision shop. Approximate estimate for the repair is $21,000. Manufacturer was notified through the email option in Lexus customer assistance center. Approximate failure mileage was 5,500. It appears to be an issue with the engine or some internal electronic system. Because, when this incident happened, the vehicle was at a complete stop and my (driver) foot was on the brake pedal.
Crack in windshield starting on passenger side just above the blackish part at the lower part of the windshield , extending up for about 3 inches then making about a 95 degree turn heading toward the drivers side. When first noticed, this section was only about 3 inches long also, but 2 days later, it extended about 2 feet. No apparent or remembering any object striking the windshield. No chip seen. Just noticed when got in car to start it the morning stated. The 2 foot extension occured while driving 2 days later
Transmission & drivetrain
The contact owns a 2014 Lexus rx 350. While attempting to park the vehicle after a complete stop, during the (gear) shifting from drive to park, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and hit / crashed on to a building and spun off, and the impact caused the vehicle to travel for about 15 feet and stopped. Air bags did not deploy and a police report was filed. No injuries to anyone. The vehicle was towed to the Lexus dealership and later to dealership's collision shop. Approximate estimate for the repair is $21,000. Manufacturer was notified through the email option in Lexus customer assistance center. Approximate failure mileage was 5,500. It appears to be an issue with the engine or some internal electronic system. Because, when this incident happened, the vehicle was at a complete stop and my (driver) foot was on the brake pedal.
Car had 70,000 miles and the transmission went out. Car was having issues with cranking, getting error codes for technology, and car sounding loudly and skippong along with not changing out properly. Dealer never found a problem, beyond technology, until the transmission went out. Dealer agreed to pay for new transmission 1 year warranty but not labor. Car would hesitate to start and could have broken down on highway had I not densnd an inspection again, one week after the dealer claim my car was fix and it was only the battery.
2014 Lexus RX350 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 25 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Lexus RX350 a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 RX350 rates better than average: 69% fewer complaints than a typical year of the RX350 at the same age. It is one of the best RX350 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lexus RX350?
The air bags — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (3) and transmission & drivetrain (3).
How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus RX350 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2014 Lexus RX350. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus RX350?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2014 and 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2009. See the full Lexus RX350 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Lexus RX350 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 6,000 miles; 77% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.