Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2026 Lexus RX. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Loss of Steering Control from Cracked Steering Knuckle
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (9)
9 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 66.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 22.2% |
| Structure | 2 | 22.2% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 11.1% |
| Engine | 1 | 11.1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 11.1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 11.1% |
| Power train | 1 | 11.1% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 11.1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 11.1% |
How 2026 compares with other RX years
Best and worst RX years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 47 | 0 |
| 2018 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 34 | 1 |
| 2020 | 46 | 1 |
| 2021 | 70 | 1 |
| 2022 | 29 | 0 |
| 2023 | 62 | 3 |
| 2024 | 57 | 4 |
| 2025 | 20 | 4 |
| 2026 | 9 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 36 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 244 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 36 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 37 / 34 / 36 | $2,300 | 244 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 28 / 27 | $3,050 | 321 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 RX for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2026 Lexus RX FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus RX have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 26V598000 (steering), 26V162000 (rear camera), 25V744000 (rear camera). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Lexus RX problems?
Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (6), Fuel/propulsion system (2), Structure (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Lexus RX get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT version at 37 city, 34 highway and 36 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2026 RX compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Lexus RX model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (26) and the 2021 the most (70). The 2026 drew 9. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.