2025 Lexus RX Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#4 most-complained of 16 RX years
The 2025 Lexus RX has 18 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and a complaint index of 80, ranking 4th worst out of 16 model years with an Avoid verdict. Electrical System and Engine issues each account for 28% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 112.5.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 35
- 36 city / 33 hwy
Top 2025 Lexus RX problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System5 (28%)
- Engine5 (28%)
- Other4 (22%)
- Brakes3 (17%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (17%)
- Airbags2 (11%)
- Fuel System1 (6%)
- Seat Belts1 (6%)
- Structure & Body1 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (6%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration while parking, with the brake pedal feeling hard and failing to stop the vehicle, in some cases resulting in a crash into a building.
- Some owners describe electrical malfunctions where the vehicle locks unexpectedly, trapping occupants inside when the manual door release, key fob, and app all fail to open it.
- Several owners report the 12-volt battery failing within months of purchase, sometimes leaving the vehicle completely without power and unable to start.
- One owner reported the instrument panel going blank while driving, with the dealer later performing an unannounced software update to fix it.
- A loud noise from the engine compartment was reported when the brake and accelerator pedals were pressed simultaneously while coming to a stop, with no warning light illuminated.
- One owner reported the rear-seat belt alert failing to warn when a passenger was unbuckled, despite the feature being described in the owner's manual.
2025 Lexus RX recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V162000Mar 18, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras144,200 vehicles
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."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 25V744000Oct 30, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,024,407 vehicles
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."
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 25V595000Sep 11, 2025Electrical System591,377 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
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.
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: 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.
2025 Lexus RX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 36 MPG
- Highway
- 33 MPG
- Combined
- 35 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2025 compared with other RX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2025 Lexus RX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2025 RX has a complaint index of 80 and ranks 4th worst among 16 model years, earning an Avoid verdict relative to other RX years.
- What problems does the 2025 Lexus RX have?
- NHTSA lists 18 complaints for the 2025 RX, with Electrical System and Engine issues each making up 28% of complaints, followed by Brakes and Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 17% each.
- Does the 2025 Lexus RX have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 RX covering the rearview camera, Panoramic View Monitor software, instrument panel software, and second-row center seat belt webbing. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Lexus RX?
- The 2025 RX is EPA-rated at 35 mpg combined (36 city / 33 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,300.
- How many crashes and injuries were reported for the 2025 Lexus RX?
- NHTSA complaint data lists 5 crashes and 2 injuries for the 2025 RX, with no fires or deaths reported.