Lexus RX years to avoid
The Lexus RX years to avoid are 2010, 2021, 2008, 2007, 2024, 2023, 2019 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
1,229
Total complaints
9
Recall campaigns
1999–2026
Years covered
7
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
RX years to avoid
Every RX year
Common questions
What are the worst Lexus RX years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the RX years to avoid are 2010, 2021, 2008, 2007, 2024, 2023, 2019. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the Lexus RX?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among RX years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Lexus RX have?
Across all model years, the RX has 9 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 1,229 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.