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2025 Lexus RX

Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.

2025 Lexus RX
4 Total recalls
Mar 18, 2026 Latest recall date
17 Complaint reports
$2,650 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2025 Lexus RX has 4 official recalls and 17 consumer complaints in our database. The latest recall date is Mar 18, 2026. The most common complaint categories include electrical system, unknown or other, air bags,seat belts. Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,650 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall homework

There are 4 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.

Owner complaint pattern

Owner complaints most often mention electrical system, unknown or other, air bags,seat belts. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Service bulletin signal

42 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.

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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 4 tested variants of the 2025 Lexus RX.

Overall 5/5 stars
Frontal crash 4/5 stars
Side crash 5/5 stars
Rollover 4/5 stars

Displayed variant: 2025 Lexus RX 350 SUV AWD ; rollover risk 15.5%

Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain, or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless the official record says so.
Variant Overall Front Side Rollover
2025 Lexus RX 350 SUV AWD Default 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2025 Lexus RX 350h SUV AWD 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2025 Lexus RX 500h SUV AWD 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2025 Lexus RX 350 SUV FWD 4/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars

How many recalls does the 2025 Lexus RX have?

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4 official recalls on record for the 2025 Lexus RX. 9 matched quarterly completion reports are available.

Latest recall: March 18, 2026

Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer. Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
Campaign Component Summary Consequence Remedy Date Completion
26V162000 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." A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Mar 2026 Not matched
25V744000 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." A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Oct 2025 2026-1
671,496 remedied / 1,024,407 involved (65.5%)
25V595000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05. Sep 2025 2026-1
142,076 remedied / 591,377 involved (24.0%)
25V059000 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:WEBBING Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, 2024-2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, and RX500 Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center seat belt webbing may be damaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies." A damaged seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Dealers will inspect the seat belt webbing and replace the seat belt assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA03 and 25LA03. Feb 2025 2026-1
36,097 remedied / 40,922 involved (88.2%)

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2025 Lexus RX?

Official records show 42 manufacturer communications on record for the 2025 Lexus RX.

0 warranty 0 service campaigns 0 software/OTA

Common components: STRUCTURE:BODY (13), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (12), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7), ENGINE (6), EQUIPMENT (3)

Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions, software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
Date Type Component Summary ID / document
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE Some customers of 2023 – 2025 model year RX 350h, RX 500h, and 2024 – 2025 model year TX 500h vehicles may experience one or more of the following complaints when the low fuel level warning light illuminates: • The total amount of fuel dispensed during refueling is less than the customer expects when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off, preventing the customer from being able to put as much fuel into the tank as expected. • The low fuel level warning light illuminates earlier than the customer expects. • The driving range is reduced compared to customers’ expectations, resulting in more frequent refueling than customers anticipate. The combination meter software logic has been updated to help meet customer expectations. 11032485
L-SB-0010-26
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. 11031155
L-SB-0021-25
Feb 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. 11029897
L-SB-0021-25
Dec 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions STRUCTURE:BODY Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process. 11027560
L-SB-0030-24 Rev2
Nov 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE Some 2022 – 2025 model year NX 450h+ and 2024 – 2025 RX 450h+ vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor “A” Signal Plausibility Failure) present. The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to address this condition. 11026321
L-SB-0052-25
Aug 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers with user issues, user errors, and compatibility issues with other vehicle systems and external applications encountered while operating telematics features. 11022963
L-TT-0326-23 Rev2
Jun 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE Some ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs. This can lead to accidental use of the wrong repair manual when diagnosing these type of DTCs. 11020663
L-TT-0347-25
Jun 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks. 11020656
L-SB-0043-23 Rev1
Jun 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE If a jump start is required on 2023 – 2025 model year RX 350h and RX 500h vehicles, it is important to follow the Owner’s Manual procedure and use the correct connection points to prevent vehicle damage. A summary of the Owner’s Manual procedure is included as a reference. 11020650
L-SB-0028-25
Apr 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Some 2023 – 2025 model year RX 350, RX 350h, RX 500h, and 2024 – 2025 model year TX 350, TX 500h, and TX 550h+ vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is inoperative, there is a BSM malfunction message on the multi-information display (MID), or the driving assist information indicator is illuminated, along with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •C1AB413 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "B" Side) Circuit Open •C1AB513 – Outer Mirror Indicator (Module "A" Side) Circuit Open The BSM sensor software has been updated to reduce the possibility of these conditions. 11019358
L-SB-0024-25

What are the most common 2025 Lexus RX complaints?

17 total complaints on record

How much does the 2025 Lexus RX cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $2,650 $221/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 24.7 MPG
Energy used 486 gal/yr
Price assumption $5.45 $/gal

Assumptions: 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined MPG · Premium Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)

354 g/mi CO2Fuel score 5/10Smog 6/10

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