NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Lexus RX 350 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 scores 89 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 52 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 has no recalls on file with NHTSA. This clean record supports its NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, which places it in our Strong safety band. The RX 350 earned NHTSA's highest overall rating. While owner complaints warrant attention, they do not diminish the vehicle's strong safety profile.
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 SUV AWD received a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Lexus RX 350 ranks 47 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 89 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 52 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 47 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lexus RX 350?
The 2024 model year marks a two-point Safety Index gain over the 2023 RX 350, moving from 87 to 89 out of 100, both within the Strong band. That incremental rise reflects a clean defect record score of 18 out of 20, supported by zero recall campaigns on file for this year. The crash protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 aligns with NHTSA's 5-star overall rating, and the avoidance tech sub-score reaches a perfect 10 out of 10, consistent with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment. The 52 owner complaints deserve a closer look: the Electrical System alone accounts for 18 of those reports, and Forward Collision Avoidance draws 4 separate allegations, a component category worth monitoring given how central that system is to the vehicle's avoidance tech score. One reported crash and six alleged injuries appear in the complaint file. None of these allegations have been confirmed by NHTSA as defects, and the absence of any recall action to date means the agency has not yet found sufficient grounds for a formal investigation or remedy.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Lexus RX 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 AWD received a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Side-impact protection achieved the agency's highest mark, earning 5 out of 5 stars. Both frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were rated at 4 stars. The rollover risk for this model stands at 16 percent, with the dynamic tip test concluding with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19412
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lexus RX 350 have any recalls?
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory applies to this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can open after initial registration.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lexus RX 350?
Owners have filed 52 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The top reported components are the Electrical System (18 reports) and Unknown Or Other (14 reports), followed by alleged issues with Service Brakes and the Engine (6 each). These are consumer claims, not established defects.
52 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lexus RX 350?
The 2024 RX 350 has no open federal recalls, a positive indicator for consumers considering this vehicle. This assessment does not, however, preclude future recall campaigns from being initiated. Consumers should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no campaigns have opened since original sale, and verify that any remedy listed has been completed at a dealership. This vigilance is advised, as recall status can change.
- The 2024 RX 350 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that directly contributes to its defect record sub-score of 18 out of 20 and separates this model year from prior years with open campaigns.
- NHTSA's testing awarded a 5-star side-crash rating and a 4-star frontal rating, meaning occupant protection is strongest in side-impact scenarios for this specific test configuration.
- The 18 unverified Electrical System complaints filed against this model year represent the single largest complaint category and are worth asking a pre-purchase inspector to evaluate.
- The Safety Index rose two points versus the 2023 model year, from 87 to 89, driven by the clean recall record rather than any change in crash-test outcomes, which remained strong across both years.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Lexus RX 350 places
The 2024 Lexus RX 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Lexus RX 350 safety questions
Was the 2024 Lexus RX 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Lexus RX 350, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Lexus RX 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Lexus RX 350 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Lexus RX 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Lexus RX 350 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Lexus RX 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 52 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Lexus RX 350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other RX 350 years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19412), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RX 350 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 47 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.