Does the 2021 Lexus RX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lexus RX, the most recent reported on December 20, 2023 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus RX?

Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (47 complaints), followed by unknown or other (7).

How many 2021 Lexus RX complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Lexus RX recalls and problems

1 recall and 70 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Lexus RX.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Lexus RX recalls

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification

NHTSA campaign 23V865000 · reported December 20, 2023 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 999,901 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags47
Unknown or other7
Electrical system4
Forward collision avoidance4
Seat belts4
Service brakes4
Structure4
Engine2
Tires2
Back over prevention1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 27, 2026 · Service brakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), 12V Battery/Electrical System. My vehicle's 12V battery failed, with the dealership measuring voltage below 10V during the event. This caused multiple simultaneous module malfunctions (confirmed by the dealer as caused by the battery failure), including a complete inability to move the…

Dec 19, 2025 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

Dec 10, 2025 · Air bags · 76,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the SRS alert message was displayed. The passenger’s side seat belt warning light was illuminated for two minutes. The contact received notification of…

Dec 9, 2025 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX-450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that whenever a handbag was placed on the front passenger’s seat, the air bag warning light illuminated. The local…

Dec 8, 2025 · Tires
The tire (Bridgestone Ecopia 422 Plus 235/55R 20 102V M+S) failed within seconds while driving on the highway at 70 MPH. Luckily I did not lose control and was able to steer the car from the middle lane to the birm thanks to the semi driver on my right who allowed us to get off the road quickly. There was almost no…

RX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	0	26	3	0
2019	1	34	10	0
2020	1	47	6	0
2021	1	70	9	0
2022	0	29	5	1
2023	3	62	4	0
2024	4	60	1	0

Across all years, the 2010 RX has the most complaints (77). All Lexus RX years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Lexus RX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lexus RX, the most recent reported on December 20, 2023 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus RX?: Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (47 complaints), followed by unknown or other (7).
How many 2021 Lexus RX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 27, 2026.