The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 7 of 13 complaints (54%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 24 in 2025 to 13 in 2026.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 13
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,150–$3,200
- Combined MPG
- 24–36
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–3,200 | 2,150–3,200 | 2,150–3,200 | 3,100–3,200 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–36 | 24–36 | 24–36 | 24–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–37 / 28–34 | 21–37 / 28–34 | 21–37 / 28–34 | 21–22 / 28–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 243–371 | 244–370 | 244–370 | 354–370 | |
| Complaints filed | 63 | 24 | 13 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 4 | 3 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus RX have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Lexus RX?
Electrical: 7 of 13 NHTSA complaints (54%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Lexus RX get?
EPA rates it 24–36 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus RX?
EPA estimates $2,150–$3,200 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 354 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 37 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | $2,150 (low) | 244 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $3,200 (high) | 370 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | 28 mpg (low) | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 321 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
- Defect
- 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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- 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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- 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.