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US recalls (3)
Steering: linkages, knuckle
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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
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."
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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
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."
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
Show 2 Canadian recalls
Suspension
2026-09-17 · campaign 2026-440 · 71 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the front steering knuckle(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the knuckle(s) could break and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk:
A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Lexus will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s).
Visual system
2026-03-18 · campaign 2026-125
Issue:
Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Lexus will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Lexus RX (1 crashes reported). Among 28 model years of this model, it ranks #24 for the most complaints (median 29).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | |
| Power train | 2 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | |
| Service brakes | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Lexus RX.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 LEXUS RX 350H SUV HEV AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 LEXUS RX 350 SUV N/A FWD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 LEXUS RX 350 SUV N/A AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 LEXUS RX 450H+ SUV PHEV AWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2026 LEXUS RX 500H SUV HEV AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 Lexus RX version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| RX 350 2.4 L Automatic (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,300 |
| RX 350 AWD 2.4 L Automatic (S8) | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,400 |
| RX 350h AWD 2.5 L Automatic (AV-S6) | 37 | 34 | 36 | $2,300 |
| RX 500h AWD 2.4 L Automatic (S6) | 27 | 28 | 27 | $3,050 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.