Representative photoRust repair for a 2012 Lexus RX
Rust repair for the 2012 Lexus RX: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 8.0 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 2012 Lexus RX for rust repair
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2012 Lexus RX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 31 | 29 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 27 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 28 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 34 | 25 | 24 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,850 | US$2,950 | US$3,200 | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,480 | $2,574 | $3,534 | $3,658 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Lexus RX
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 48 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control (11), service brakes (10) and electrical system (8). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V054000 | 2014-02-12 | electronic stability control (esc) | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Lexus RX: Rust repair
For rust repair on the 2012 Lexus RX, it starts with a short request: what it needs and when. Rust is cut out or treated, then the area is refinished.
What your car means for the work
If something on the car is already damaged, show us in the photos. Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file for it; a dealer can check by the VIN.
Getting a quote
Ask anything about the work in the request. We confirm the price and the time with you before any work. If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more.
A rental while we work
Rent the size of car you need for the days the work takes. Pick the rental from our fleet; delivery is priced in the offer. Delivery starts at $0 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
How the price is set
For repairs, the price depends on the parts, the paint and the hours of work. If we find something unexpected, we ask before we change the price. Older paint or heavy wear can mean more preparation before the main work.
Aftercare
Park out of direct sun when you can to protect paint and interior. Rinse off winter salt regularly to protect paint and wheels.
Getting the car ready
Leave a phone number where we can reach you during the day. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work. Point out anything you want us to pay special attention to.
When the car is ready
Parts on order can add days to a repair; we tell you when that happens. Weather and curing times can change the schedule for some work.
Ready when you are
Questions first? Put them in the request.
Request rust repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Rust repair: the 2012 Lexus RX
Can I rent a car while my 2012 Lexus RX is in for rust repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book rust repair for my 2012 Lexus RX?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.