FaultScore

2021 Lexus RX airbag problems

48 of the 87 complaints about the 2021 Lexus RX are about the airbag system — 55% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 76,000 miles.

F

48

Complaints

3

Crashes

0

Fires

1

Injuries

Exactly what failed

AIR Bags 47 97.9%
SRS Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light 1 2.1%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

Panorama City, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA complaint #11706097 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 76,000 miles Brentwood, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the SRS alert message was displayed. The passenger’s side seat belt warning light was illuminated for two minutes. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the repair was not available until January 2026 for the West Coast. The dealer informed the contact about a possible diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer declined to accept a Trade-In due to the recall. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the repair was not available and offered the contact a rental vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.

NHTSA complaint #11704288 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 76,000 miles Brentwood, CA

AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the SRS alert message was displayed. The passenger’s side seat belt warning light was illuminated for two minutes. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the repair was not available until January 2026 for the West Coast. The dealer informed the contact about a possible diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer declined to accept a Trade-In due to the recall. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the repair was not available and offered the contact a rental vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.

NHTSA complaint #11704288 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Berthoud, CO

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX-450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that whenever a handbag was placed on the front passenger’s seat, the air bag warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA complaint #11703968 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Holladay, UT

AIR BAGS

When can I expect to get my recalled Lexus fixed,? All i can find is that they have no remedy, so the dealer cant replace the faulty occupant air bag sensor, NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 23V865000 Report Date: DEC 19, 2023 Vehicles Affected: 999901

NHTSA complaint #11702885 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Cathedral City, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the parts had not been available since receiving the recall notification two years ago. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA complaint #11699934 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Pleasanton, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA complaint #11693440 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

El Paso, TX

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact later obtained a Carfax report and identified an unrepaired recall associated with the VIN. The unrepaired recall was NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, parts were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that there was no unrepaired recall related to the VIN. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA complaint #11690572 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Littleton, CO

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA complaint #11683635 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Marlboro Township, NJ

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11667699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Silver Spring, MD

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer three times for the recall repair; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11667097 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

San Antonio, TX

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11666143 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Powderly, TX

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available and would not be available until September 2025. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11665373 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

San Jose, CA

AIR BAGS

I saw this recall been there for 1+ year, still there is no remedy. I am very disappointed with Lexus. Please at least do something, or the airbag is not good.

NHTSA complaint #11664868 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Clifton, VA

AIR BAGS

The passenger side airbag system has been recalled for 2 years with no remedy available. The passenger side may not deploy in an accident due to improper calculation of weight, according to the recall. To date, Lexus still does not have a remedy for this possible serious recall.

NHTSA complaint #11662703 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Ooltewah, TN

AIR BAGS

I have contacted the Lexus dealership in Chattanooga, TN for the last two years and have been told that they did not have the parts to replace in my car. It shouldn't take two years to fix a recalled part. It's annoying and very frustrating.

NHTSA complaint #11660052 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Knoxville, TN

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA complaint #11657280 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Silver Spring, MD

AIR BAGS

I repeatedly requested to fix the safety recall on vehicle. I always worry to drive in the high way when my family members are the front passenger seat. It's has been almost two Years now since I received a safety recall 'UNKOWN"

NHTSA complaint #11652433 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Ontario, CA

AIR BAGS

Received the safety recall notice on December 20, 2023. However, to this date, there is still no remedy available. Contacted Lexus dealership and they confirmed that there is no remedy yet. This is a potential safety issues that will put my passenger at risk and it should not take this long to find a remedy.

NHTSA complaint #11650586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Santa Maria, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11648707 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Benton, KY

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11645336 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

West Orange, NJ

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11642438 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Riverside, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11638770 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Houston, TX

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11638877 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Fresno, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11638915 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Dana Point, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11636554 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Dana Point, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11636556 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Thousand Oaks, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that a second notification would be mailed when parts were available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11633179 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Shelton, CT

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11629687 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Olympia, WA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11629222 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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