2026 Lexus TX problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Lexus TX, most often about body & structure. There are 5 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
12
Recalls
5
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Median mileage
3,605 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Body & Structure is the most-reported problem area, named in 3 of 12 complaints (25%).
  • Electrical System (3) and transmission & drivetrain (2) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 3,605 mi.
  • Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries.
  • The 2026 Lexus TX has 5 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 3rd of 3 Lexus TX model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 62% fewer complaints than the 2025 model year (32).

2026 Lexus TX problems by category

  • Other / Unknown
    3 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    3 complaints
  • Electrical System
    3 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Brakes
    2 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Airbags
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Unknown or other3
Electrical system2
Power train2
Structure:body:hood2
Service brakes2
Fuel system, gasoline1
Air bags1
Steering1

When problems happen (mileage)

2Under 10k10k–30k30k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2026 Lexus TX complaints that list mileage.

2026 Lexus TX recalls (5)

  • Recall 26V598000Sep 17, 2026617 vehicles
    STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX350, RX500 Hybrid, TX500 Hybrid, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

    Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TA19 and 26LA09.

  • Recall 26V437000Jul 8, 20265,408 vehicles
    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid, TX Hybrid, TX, Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Grand Highlander vehicles. The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.

    Risk: A broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB13, 26TA13, 26LB08, and 26LA08.

  • Recall 26V179000Mar 24, 20268,230 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.

  • Recall 26V162000Mar 18, 2026144,200 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.

  • Recall 25V744000Oct 30, 20251,024,407 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.

Recent 2026 Lexus TX complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Sep 1, 20263,647 miCATransmission & DrivetrainWheels & Tires
    The contact owns a 2026 Lexus TX 350. After purchasing and taking ownership of the vehicle, the contact discovered that the vehicle was included in a recall prior to the purchase. The contact notified a local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and arranged for the vehicle to be inspected or serviced at the dealer. The dealer scheduled a service appointment; however, the dealer later declined to service the vehicle and…
    NHTSA complaint #11761298 · source
  2. Filed Aug 25, 2026TXEngine
    On Saturday, August 22, 2026, while traveling on the highway with my two toddler-aged children in the vehicle, the temperature gauge entered the red zone and the vehicle automatically reduced power due to overheating. This forced me to navigate a power-reduced vehicle on a highway with minor children — a serious safety hazard. This incident occurred just five days after my vehicle was in the Sewell Lexus service department on August 17, 2026 for its 10,000-mile service and a…
    NHTSA complaint #11759484 · source
  3. Filed Aug 5, 2026ILOther / Unknown
    Air conditioner condensers being subject to road hazards, rocks/debri. Causing to lose all refrigerant. Multiple claims on Lexus forums. Seems to be a design flaw.
    NHTSA complaint #11755137 · source
  4. Filed Aug 4, 2026MNOther / Unknown
    We were traveling 80 miles west of Fargo ND on I94 when we heard a loud bang. It became clear immediately from the wind noise that the sunroof had broken. We did not hear or see that anything was dropped on it. Thankfully the shade was closed. We pulled off at the next possible stop to inspect and noted a large whole in the sunroof and that the glass bowed outward suggesting the explosion was an outward force rather than an item falling on the car. There were no warning…
    NHTSA complaint #11754773 · source
  5. Filed Jul 8, 2026NY1 injuredBody & StructureElectrical System
    On Juky 7, 2026 @ 10:30pm a catastrophic safety failure occurred involving a 2026 Lexus TX 350. The vehicle experienced a complete electrical and software failure while an occupant (my mother) was inside. All electronic door release buttons failed simultaneously, completely locking the occupant inside the vehicle. The emergency manual double-pull override mechanism on the interior door handles failed to mechanically release or open any of the doors. Concurrently, the climate…
    NHTSA complaint #11749022 · source
  6. Filed Jun 16, 2026NHBody & Structure
    I purchased my vehicle 2026 Lexus tx350 from Lexus of Manchester located in [XXX]. As soon as I left the lot I noticed the hood would shake violently and almost pop up which signaled the safety latch alarm. The alarm would signal multiple times throughout a highway trip. Most noticeable around 70 mph. The dealership was helpful and set up an autobody repair where they added adhesive into the hood. Unfortunately the hood flutter is still present and it’s only a matter of time…
    NHTSA complaint #11744460 · source
  7. Filed Jun 15, 20263,563 miNV1 injuredTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2026 Lexus TX 350. The contact stated that after an extended driving period, the vehicle was parked in the garage, and the contact became aware of a strong gasoline odor. The fumes caused persistent headaches that lasted two days. The contact had not sought medical attention. Upon inspection, the owner was unable to locate a visible fuel leak. The vehicle was moved to the driveway and was later towed to the dealer. After an extensive diagnostic test was…
    NHTSA complaint #11744286 · source
  8. Filed May 21, 2026CATransmission & Drivetrain
    The Lexus TX 500h is equipped with a 6-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission, which is paired with the Lexus DIRECT4 all-wheel drive system. This setup utilizes a 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid powertrain to deliver 366 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. During many occasions, the transmission on the 2026 Lexus TX500h would shudder during acceleration or deacceleration. I noticed it happening around 25-40mph mostly and it has happened more than once. I have…
    NHTSA complaint #11739378 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology