{"id":44280,"date":"2022-07-21T00:56:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-21T07:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=44280"},"modified":"2026-02-09T22:36:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T06:36:47","slug":"lexus-rx330-reliability-and-common-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/lexus-rx330-reliability-and-common-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Lexus RX330 Reliability and Common Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column44280_3d52e2-8f inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-e8a822  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-75f5f3\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44280_81b31d-46\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The RX330 has gotten good scores from Edmunds.com with reliability scores of 4.7 to 4.8 across three year models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Just like any other vehicle, the Lexus RX330 may develop issues as it racks up mileage. Problems include delayed shifting, faulty fuel pumps, worn window trims, cracked dashboards, and warped brake rotors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choosing the Lexus RX330 comes with little risk as long as you&rsquo;re aware of the potential problems it can develop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for a compact SUV that combines sport, utility, and comfort&mdash;you can never go wrong with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/lexus\/rx330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Lexus RX330\">Lexus RX330<\/a>. While its latest model rolled out in 2006, it remains a good pick in the used vehicle market, thanks to its top-notch interiors, superb fuel efficiency, and powerful engine. Whether you own a Lexus RX330 or have plans to buy one, it&rsquo;s crucial to read up on this model&rsquo;s reliability ratings and issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Lexus RX330s Reliable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lexus RX 330 has a good reputation in terms of reliability. Edmunds.com reports that owners scored the 2006 model 4.8 stars out of 5, while the 2005 model got 4.7. The used 2004 Lexus RX330 reliability ratings are not far behind with 4.7 stars. With these ratings, it&rsquo;s apparent that the RX330 can easily enjoy a long service life with proper handling and regular maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">In terms of reliability, RX330 is probably one of the better compact SUVs during its time. Love its combination of utility and comfort.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/RX330?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#RX330\">#RX330<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Lexus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#Lexus\">#Lexus<\/a><br><br>&#128248; by Thomas doerfer <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/k2IKFRMMDJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"pic.twitter.com\/k2IKFRMMDJ\">pic.twitter.com\/k2IKFRMMDJ<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Fabian Rigel (@Fabianrigel) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Fabianrigel\/status\/1441265379683168259?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"September 24, 2021\">September 24, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lexus RX330 Common Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like any other vehicle, the Lexus RX330 may develop issues as it racks up mileage. Here are some of the most common RX330 issues per model year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Radiator Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Radiator issues top the list of 2006 Lexus RX330 common problems. According to reports, the first thing the owners of the affected units noticed was a radiator leak. Upon investigation, most of them found a split or crack on the bottom seam of their SUV&rsquo;s radiator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most owners were able to solve the issue by replacing their faulty radiator. If your SUV develops similar issues, don&rsquo;t worry. There are many top-notch yet affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/radiator\/lexus\/rx330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"aftermarket radiators\">aftermarket radiators<\/a> on the market, so finding one for your Lexus will be easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Delayed Shifting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several owners of the 2004-2006 model have complained that their SUV shifts lag when they&rsquo;re accelerating at certain speeds (10 to 20 mph). To solve this issue, Lexus has released a software update for the transmission control module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-1024x670.jpg\" alt=\"2004 2006 Lexus RX330 Wikimedia\" class=\"wp-image-44292\" style=\"width:1024px;height:670px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-1024x670.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-1536x1005.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia-150x98.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2004-2006-Lexus-RX330-Wikimedia.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Several owners of the 2006 model have complained that their SUV shifts lag when they&rsquo;re accelerating at certain speeds (10 to 20 mph). Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Lexus_RX_330.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Wikimedia\">Wikimedia<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, in some cases, the delayed shifting was caused by a faulty component (not an outdated model). So if you encounter this issue, take your vehicle to an auto repair shop immediately. A mechanic would know how to diagnose the problem correctly and rule out underlying issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vehicle Won&rsquo;t Start<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several 2005 Lexus RX330 owners have also complained that their SUV won&rsquo;t start for no reason. According to reports, this usually happens at around 24,000 miles. Some drivers also had difficulty starting their car after pumping gas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/my-car-wont-start-what-should-i-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"possible reasons why a vehicle won&rsquo;t start\">possible reasons why a vehicle won&rsquo;t start<\/a>. A faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery\/lexus\/rx330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car battery\">car battery<\/a> and fuel pump are the most common culprits. If you&rsquo;re struggling to start your Lexus, take it to an auto repair shop right away for proper diagnosis and repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Windshield Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There were also many complaints involving the 2005 Lexus RX330&rsquo;s windshield. Several owners have reported that their vehicle&rsquo;s window trim fell off at around 92,000 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-1024x557.jpg\" alt=\"2005 Lexus RX 330 Wikimedia\" class=\"wp-image-44293\" style=\"width:1024px;height:557px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-1024x557.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-768x417.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-1536x835.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia-150x82.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2005-Lexus-RX-330-Wikimedia.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There have been complaints involving the 2005 Lexus RX330&rsquo;s windshield. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:2004-2005_Lexus_RX_330_(MCU38R)_Sports_Luxury_wagon_03.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Wikimedia\">Wikimedia<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, trim sealing the rear side window just fell off completely. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/window-trim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"trims\">trims<\/a> that seal the back doors in most of the affected SUVs came loose, giving way to leaks. The problem with this type of issue is that replacing the trim alone won&rsquo;t cut it. Most drivers had to get a window replacement to repair their windshield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cracked Dashboard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many 2004 Lexus RX330 owners have complained about cracks on their dashboard after around 85,300 miles. Some of them had high-quality sun shields to protect their dashboard from the sun&rsquo;s heat. In some cases, the dash started peeling near the airbag and around the key switch at around 73, 000 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to reports, some Lexus and Toyota models have dashboards that are prone to cracking. In fact, a lawsuit was filed in 2014 regarding the issue, which led Lexus to cover expenses for some of the affected models through a &ldquo;Warranty Enhancement Notification.&rdquo; You can check with your local dealer if your Lexus RX330 is part of this update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A dashboard replacement usually solves the issue. However, if you&rsquo;d rather keep your stock dash, you can get a high-quality aftermarket <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/dash-cover\/lexus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"dash cover\">dash cover<\/a> to hide the damaged part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A\/C Heater Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some owners of the 2004 Lexus RX330 have also complained about A\/C heater issues. Several of them noticed a burning smell coming from their vehicle&rsquo;s A\/C while the engine was running. Others report hearing rattling noises coming from behind the glove box or dashboard. In some cases, the A\/C stopped blowing cold air after about 72,000 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, 2004 Lexus RX330 common AC problems can usually be solved by replacing faulty A\/C components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steering Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many 2004 Lexus RX330 owners have also reported experiencing steering-related issues. In most cases, drivers noticed stiff steering at around 29,500 miles. Most of them traced the issue to a bent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/ring-and-pinion\/lexus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"pinion\">pinion<\/a> that needed replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What can Cause Stiff or Heavy Steering - Top 6 Issues\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5i1B3yzsQqw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from stiff steering, several owners have also complained about oil leaks and unusual noises when turning the wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pulsating Brake Pedal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several 2004 Lexus RX330 owners have also reported brake pedal pulsation due to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/warped-rotor-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"warped front brake rotors\">warped front brake rotors<\/a>. Fortunately, replacing the damaged rotors usually resolved the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lexus RX330 remains an excellent choice for drivers looking for a used vehicle. Choosing it comes with little risk as long as you&rsquo;re aware of the potential problems it may develop. Just follow your regular maintenance schedule and replace faulty parts right away, and you&rsquo;ll surely make the most out of your Lexus RX330&rsquo;s service life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where To Get Replacement Parts For Your Lexus RX330<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Lexus RX330 is showing any of these problems, you&rsquo;ll likely need to shop for new parts. For instance, a faulty battery or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/fuel-pump\/lexus\/rx330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fuel pump\">fuel pump<\/a> might result in your Lexus RX330 not starting. Thankfully, you don&rsquo;t need to look far to find parts that will fit your Lexus RX330. Here at CarParts.com, we offer the convenience of online shopping while eliminating many of the worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a> can guarantee that the parts you order from us will fit your Lexus RX330 perfectly if you use our built-in vehicle selector when buying. We also have a 60-day return policy in case you aren&rsquo;t satisfied with your purchase. Our convenient and secure checkout makes ordering your parts as safe and hassle-free as possible. We at CarParts.com strive to make buying the right aftermarket parts for your Lexus RX330 as easy as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchase a new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"battery\">battery<\/a> or other parts for your Lexus RX330 at CarParts.com today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"shop-project\">\n\n    <h2>Shop this Project<\/h2>\n\n    <ul class=\"shop-project-list\">\n        \n        <li>\n            <div class=\"shop-project-item\">\n                <div class=\"stp-image-url\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/details\/radiator\/replacement\/p13256\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label='&lt;img src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/images\/p13256_1\" alt=\"Replacement &ndash; Radiator, 3.3L Engine, Aluminum Core, Plastic Tank\" \/&gt;'><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/images\/p13256_1\" alt=\"Replacement &ndash; 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