Is the Lexus RX Reliable?
1999–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Lexus RX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2025 | 2 | 19 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2024 | 2 | 42 | 5 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 38 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 20 | 1 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 47 | 3 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 34 | 3 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 2 | 50 | 4 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 26 | 4 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2017 | 3 | 64 | 5 | — | 73 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the RX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The RX scores 8 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Lexus RX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 343 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lexus RX reliable?+
The Lexus RX scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 343 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year RX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 RX achieved the highest reliability score of 85/100 with 0 recalls and 20 complaints.
How many miles does a RX last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Lexus RX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used RX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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