Lexus LX problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the Lexus LX (2005–2026). The 2023 LX has the most serious complaints, most often about engine.
- Complaints
- 34
- Recalls
- 6
- Model years
- 12
- Worst year
- 2023
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Lexus LX years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2023 Lexus LX — 13 complaints; top problem: Engine
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2020 (1 complaints).
Every Lexus LX model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Brakes |
| 2024 LX | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Brakes |
| 2023 LX | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | Engine |
| 2022 LX | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | Engine |
| 2020 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Visibility & Wipers |
| 2018 LX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Brakes |
| 2017 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion |
| 2013 LX | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Suspension |
| 2010 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System |
| 2008 LX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2006 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2005 LX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Body & Structure |
Most common Lexus LX problem areas (all years)
- Engine18 complaints
- Brakes5 complaints
- Body & Structure3 complaints
- Electrical System3 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion3 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech2 complaints
- Suspension2 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain2 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers1 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts1 complaints
Complaint trend
Lexus LX recalls
Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A damaged transmission can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged transmission can leak transmission fluid, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Other Lexus models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology