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2026 Lexus RX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2026 Lexus RX — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other RX years?

RX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted106 complaints1999: 41 complaints2000: 30 complaints2001: 25 complaints2002: 13 complaints2003: 4 complaints2004: 56 complaints2005: 39 complaints2006: 52 complaints2007: 79 complaints2008: 86 complaints2009: 42 complaints2010: 106 complaints2011: 36 complaints2012: 18 complaints2013: 24 complaints2014: 13 complaints2015: 27 complaints2016: 32 complaints2017: 58 complaints2018: 33 complaints2019: 62 complaints2020: 56 complaints2021: 87 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 70 complaints2024: 73 complaints2025: 27 complaints2026: 1 complaints
RX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2026 Lexus RX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure1100%

Does the 2026 Lexus RX have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V162000Driver AssistanceMarch 18, 2026 · 144,200 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

25V744000Driver AssistanceOctober 30, 2025 · 1,024,407 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The panoramic sunroof shattered while the car was parked and there were no occupants. Lexus USA refuses to acknowledge this defect and the dealership insists there was an impact that caused this damage. There was no impact. I have asked the dealer for a written report of their determination of the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 7, 2026

2026 Lexus RX — common questions

Is the 2026 Lexus RX reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Lexus RX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2026 Lexus RX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus RX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the RX years to avoid are 2010, 2021, 2008, 2007, 2024, 2023, 2019. The cleanest record among RX years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.