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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 25 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2023 Lexus RX

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2023 Lexus RX

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2022 Lexus RX

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: RX needs more recall homework, RX has more complaint activity, RX has more severity reports and RX has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2023 Lexus RX 2022 Lexus RX Difference
Total recalls 3 0 RX has 3 more recalls
Total complaints 57 36 RX has 21 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 5 / 0 / 4 / 0 6 / 2 / 3 / 0 RX has 2 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 1 RX has 1 more investigations
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 164 91 RX has 73 more communications
Recall completion reports 7 0 RX has 7 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 14 0 RX has 14 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Mar 18, 2026 None listed RX has a listed date
Latest complaint Jul 3, 2026 Jul 5, 2026 RX has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Engine
  • Structure
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Tires
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 25 combined MPG 23 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,750 $2,600 RX about $150 less
Safety-rating records 4 3 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2023 Lexus RX

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2022 Lexus RX

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Can you confirm there are no open recalls by VIN?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2023 Lexus RX

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion

2022 Lexus RX

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Tires: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show