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Lexus RX by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 12 model years of the Lexus RX (2015–2026). The 2026 model is rated 24–36 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 12 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Lexus RX years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 RX | 4 | 24–36 mpg | 3 | 12 | 5/5 |
| 2025 RX | 5 | 24–36 mpg | 4 | 24 | 5/5 |
| 2024 RX | 4 | 24–36 mpg | 4 | 61 | 5/5 |
| 2023 RX | 4 | 24–36 mpg | 4 | 62 | 5/5 |
| 2022 RX | 6 | 21–30 mpg | 0 | 29 | — |
| 2021 RX | 6 | 21–30 mpg | 1 | 70 | — |
| 2020 RX | 6 | 21–30 mpg | 1 | 49 | — |
| 2019 RX | 6 | 21–30 mpg | 1 | 37 | — |
| 2018 RX | 6 | 21–30 mpg | 0 | 29 | — |
| 2017 RX | 3 | 22–30 mpg | 0 | 57 | — |
| 2016 RX | 4 | 22–30 mpg | 2 | 35 | — |
| 2015 RX | 5 | 20–29 mpg | 0 | 25 | — |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Lexus RX recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Lexus RX year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V598000 — Steering: Linkages: Knuckle: Spindle: Arm, reported Sep 17, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V162000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported Mar 18, 2026; model years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- 25V744000 — Back over prevention: Display function, reported Oct 30, 2025; model years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- 25V595000 — Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel, reported Sep 11, 2025; model years 2025
- 25V059000 — Seat belts: Rear/other: Webbing, reported Feb 6, 2025; model years 2024, 2025
- 25V040000 — Air bags: Frontal: Driver clockspring/spiral cassette, reported Jan 29, 2025; model years 2023
- 25V028000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump, reported Jan 22, 2025; model years 2019
- 24V482000 — Seats: Front assembly: Head restraint, reported Jun 27, 2024; model years 2024
- 23V865000 — Air bags: Sensor: Occupant classification, reported Dec 20, 2023; model years 2020, 2021
- 23V480000 — Air bags: Frontal: Driver clockspring/spiral cassette, reported Jul 12, 2023; model years 2023
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Other Lexus models
Current and recent Lexus models in our data.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 27, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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