Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 2.0× | 4 | Brake | Few |
| 2023 | 13 | 6.5× | 5 | Engine | Average |
| 2022 | 5 | 3.5× | 5 | Engine | Average |
| 2006 | 6 | 2.0× | — | Headlight | Few |
| 2004 | 6 | −33% | — | Airbag | Few |
| 2000 | 6 | typical | — | Brake | Few |
| 1999 | 5 | typical | — | Brake | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median LX year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Lexus LX problems
Latest Lexus LX recalls
Seats
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus LX vehicles. The front passenger seat may have insufficient clearance between the seat frame and the stopper that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
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.
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.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between December 17, 2024 and February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Power train › Automatic transmission
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Lexus LX should you avoid?
None of the Lexus LX years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Lexus LX?
2004 has the fewest complaints compared with other LX years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Lexus LX problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (19), brakes (9) and fuel & propulsion system (4). Engine complaints peak in the 2023 model year.
How many recalls has the Lexus LX had?
5 recalls across 1999–2024. The model year with the most is 2022. See all Lexus LX recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.