Lexus RX recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Lexus RX, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Lexus RX, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1999–2026 with 15 recall campaigns and 1086 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2025 (3), 2024 (3), and 2023 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2010 (100), 2008 (82), and 2021 (81).
- Top recall themes: Airbags, Seats and restraints, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Engine, Air bags, Service brakes.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Airbags
2 campaigns · Years: 2020–2021, 2023These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Seats and restraints
2 campaigns · Years: 2024–2025These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 2004–2006These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 10V499000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Master cylinder
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 2025These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 25V595000 · Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 2019These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 25V028000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Fuel pump
Other
1 campaign · Years: 2023–2026These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
- 25V744000 · Back over prevention: Display function
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Lexus RX in NHTSA complaint data are Engine, Air bags, Service brakes.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2025 | 3 | 11 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. |
| 2024 | 3 | 53 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2023 | 2 | 45 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Power train, Structure:body. |
| 2022 | 0 | 34 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Service brakes, Electrical system. |
| 2021 | 1 | 81 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking, Seat belts. |
| 2020 | 1 | 45 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Tires. |
| 2019 | 1 | 56 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2018 | 0 | 27 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Structure:body:door:handle:interior. |
| 2017 | 0 | 53 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Service brakes, Electrical system. |
| 2016 | 0 | 31 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body, Engine, Power train. |
| 2015 | 0 | 20 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Steering, Lane departure: blind spot detection. |
| 2014 | 0 | 12 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module, Lane departure: blind spot detection. |
| 2013 | 0 | 18 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Steering, Power train. |
| 2012 | 0 | 14 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Power train. |
| 2011 | 0 | 32 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Structure:body, Air bags. |
| 2010 | 0 | 100 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Vehicle speed control, Steering. |
| 2009 | 0 | 39 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Steering, Air bags. |
| 2008 | 0 | 82 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Service brakes, Air bags. |
| 2007 | 0 | 78 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Engine. |
| 2006 | 1 | 51 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2005 | 1 | 39 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Structure, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 2004 | 1 | 53 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure, Air bags, Exterior lighting. |
| 2003 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Seat belts, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2002 | 0 | 12 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Power train, Air bags:side/window. |
| 2001 | 0 | 25 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Power train, Tires. |
| 2000 | 0 | 30 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Power train, Seat belts:front:retractor. |
| 1999 | 0 | 41 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Power train, Seat belts:rear/other. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Back over prevention , Air bags and Service brakes
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.