2026 Lexus RX Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Lexus RX, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
3
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
13
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2026 RX and 13 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 6 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- STRUCTURE:BODY2
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
- POWER TRAIN2
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY1
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE1
2026 RX Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM · 26V598000
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.
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 26V162000
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."
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 25V744000
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."
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.
2026 RX Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-SB-0009-25 Rev2 | Jun 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | OBSOLETE NOTICE Month ##, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0018-26 | 11034822 |
| L-SB-0018-26 | Jun 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinishe… | 11034821 |
| L-SB-0017-26 | Jun 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, a… | 11034820 |
| L-SB-0019-25 Rev2 | Jun 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | OBSOLETE NOTICE June 18, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0017-26. | 11034818 |
| L-SB-0011-25 Rev2 | Jun 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | OBSOLETE NOTICE June 15, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0016-26. | 11034817 |
| L-SB-0016-26 | Jun 12, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation du… | 11034815 |
| L-SB-0011-26 | May 7, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | A 12V auxiliary battery with increased capacity has been released as an optional replacement. | 11033405 |
| L-SB-0040-25 | Apr 30, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS:… | 11032491 |
| L-TT-0349-26 | Mar 6, 2026 | ENGINE | Some Customers for the listed vehicles may have complaint of the following: unable to charge the vehicle using the supplied level 1 or 2 charger. Additionally, most will indicat… | 11031152 |
| L-SB-0019-25 Rev2 | Feb 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, a… | 11029886 |
| L-SB-0014-25 Rev2 | Feb 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | OBSOLETE NOTICE February 10, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0005-26. | 11029882 |
| L-SB-0005-26 | Feb 6, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | The 2026 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize r… | 11029880 |
| L-SB-0009-25 Rev2 | Feb 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinishe… | 11029873 |
| L-SB-0011-25 Rev2 | Jan 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation du… | 11028721 |
| L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 | Dec 15, 2025 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remedia… | 11027560 |
| L-SB-0019-25 Rev1 | Sep 30, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, a… | 11024105 |
| L-SB-0011-25 Rev1 | Sep 30, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize… | 11024104 |
| L-SB-0009-25 Rev1 | Sep 29, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinishe… | 11024103 |
| L-SB-0014-25 Rev2 | Sep 29, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | The 2026 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize r… | 11024102 |
| L-SB-0040-25 | Sep 11, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS:… | 11024077 |
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