More recall homework
2021 Lexus RXhas more recalls listed.
Compare two vehicles
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2021 Lexus RXhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: RX needs more recall homework, RX has more complaint activity and RX has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2022 Lexus RX | 2021 Lexus RX | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 1 | RX has 1 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 35 | 70 | RX has 35 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 5 / 2 / 3 / 0 | 9 / 0 / 6 / 0 | RX has 5 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 1 | 1 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 91 | 134 | RX has 43 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 6 | RX has 6 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 2 | RX has 2 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | Dec 20, 2023 | RX has a listed date |
| Latest complaint | Jan 29, 2026 | Dec 19, 2025 | RX has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 23 combined MPG | 23 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,600 | $2,600 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 3 | 5 | Different availability |