Does the 2023 Lexus RX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Lexus RX, the most recent reported on March 18, 2026 (Back over prevention: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Lexus RX?

Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (14 complaints), followed by power train (13).

How many 2023 Lexus RX complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 62 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 Lexus RX recalls and problems

3 recalls and 62 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 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.

2023 Lexus RX recalls

Back over prevention: software

NHTSA campaign 26V162000 · reported March 18, 2026 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 144,200 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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

NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · reported October 30, 2025 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,024,407 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Air bags: frontal, driver clockspring/spiral cassette · Steering: column

NHTSA campaign 25V040000 · reported January 29, 2025 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,716 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.

Most reported problems

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

Unknown or other14
Power train13
Engine11
Electrical system10
Structure7
Lane departure4
Fuel/propulsion system3
Air bags2
Back over prevention2
Forward collision avoidance2

What owners report

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

Sep 29, 2026 · Power train
The transmission is jerking at times and it failed to accelerate at one point after coming to a complete stop. Notified Lexus and still working to fully resolve the issue but they just denied my request to reevaluate the issue.

Aug 26, 2026 · Electrical system
Battery drains which locks car unexpectedly. No warning, even with car FOB inside car which creates a safety issue if child or someone is in the car. All doors lock and with no access to FOB cannot open the door with manual key. Also, safety issue if this happens at night or in a parking lot etc. Cannot open doors at…

Aug 21, 2026 · Power train
The vehicle exhibits a severe, load-based mechanical transmission whine strictly during active acceleration. The pitch of the whining sound rises and falls in direct proportion to the engine's RPMs. This vehicle utilizes the Toyota/Lexus 8-speed automatic transmission architecture, which has a well-documented…

Aug 19, 2026 · Engine · 10,637 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus RX 500h. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started shaking abnormally and stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated during the failure. The failure was a recurring failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer…

Aug 19, 2026 · Power train · 10,637 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus RX 500h. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking erratically, and the vehicle stopped independently. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated and the message to “See the Dealer” was displayed. The vehicle was…

RX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
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
2025	4	22	5	0
2026	3	12	1	0

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

Questions

Does the 2023 Lexus RX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Lexus RX, the most recent reported on March 18, 2026 (Back over prevention: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Lexus RX?: Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (14 complaints), followed by power train (13).
How many 2023 Lexus RX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 62 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 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 29, 2026.