Every 2026 Lexus RX recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Steering · NHTSA 26V598000
Sep 17, 2026Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX350, RX500 Hybrid, TX500 Hybrid, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TA19 and 26LA09.
Full recall details for 26V598000 →Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 26V162000
Mar 18, 2026Back Over Prevention:Software
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB02 and 26LA02.
Full recall details for 26V162000 →Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V744000
Oct 30, 2025Back Over Prevention:Display Function
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Full recall details for 25V744000 →
2026 Lexus RX complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Lexus RX, reporting 1 crashes. Lexus has issued at least 25 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System6
- Fuel/Propulsion System2
- Structure2
- Back Over Prevention1
- Engine1
- Forward Collision Avoidance1
Service bulletins by component
- Unknown Or Other (42)
- Electrical System (3)
- Structure (2)
- Engine (1)
Read Lexus RX owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Lexus RX. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“The factory-installed front spindle grille and bumper assembly on this brand-new 2026 Lexus RX 350 suffered severe thermal material failure, resulting in extensive warping, bubbling, and physical melting under normal, predictable outdoor ambient daylight parking conditions.”
2026 LEXUS RXSep 29, 2026 · NV
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767853
“Push brake to start. Displays car not ready low battery. Seat memory not retaining setting. Windshield wiper speed will not remove water fast enough”
2026 LEXUS RXSep 25, 2026 · VA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767025
“The 12-V battery of a brand-new Lexus RX450h+ died suddenly without any warning, only about 5 weeks into regular driving, with ~120 miles on the odometer.”
2026 LEXUS RXSep 11, 2026 · NC
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11763681
“2026 Lexus RX 350h Luxury AWD Hybrid. Component Affected: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V BATTERY, DIGITAL/ELECTRONIC LOCKS I am experiencing a severe and persistent 12V parasitic battery drain on my 2026 Lexus RX 350h.”
2026 LEXUS RXSep 1, 2026 · PA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11761410
“The contact owns a 2026 Lexus RX 450h+. The contact stated that while occupying the vehicle, the battery lost power, causing the power door locks to fail to disengage and leaving the contact trapped inside the vehicle.”
2026 LEXUS RXAug 27, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11759957
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