2005 Lexus RX330 steering problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2005 Lexus RX330 — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 lexus rx330. The contact stated that the vsc indicator illuminated intermittently. Also, while the vehicle was at a complete stop, the steering wheel would vibrate uncontrollably. In cold weather, the steering wheel would become difficult to maneuver. The dealer and…”
filed Dec 9, 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 lexus rx330. The contact stated that the brake system failed and the brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the steering wheel made a loud noise while being turned. The vehicle was taken to lexus of annapolis (121 ferguson road, annapolis, md…”
filed Jun 19, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0023-20.
L-SB-0174-08 Obs · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 23, 2020
Steering problems in other RX330 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 RX330 | 8 | 12% |
| 2004 RX330 | 9 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Lexus RX330
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.