2024 Lexus RZ Problems & Complaints

Few complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2024 Lexus RZ with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (4 complaints, typically around 36,000 miles). 2 recalls cover this model year.

5complaints
2recalls
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Lexus RZ problems

  • Electrical system~36,000 miles
    480%
  • Seat belts
    120%
  • Driver assistance
    120%

Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lexus RZ complaints by model year

202320242025202611526
Owner complaints per model year, Lexus RZ. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best RZ years: 2025. Compare all years →

2024 Lexus RZ recalls (2)

Back over prevention › Display function

NHTSA recall 25V-744 · Oct 30, 2025 · 1,024,407 vehicles

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.

Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system

NHTSA recall 25V-577 · Sep 4, 2025 · 94,320 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.

Remedy: Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge.

What 2024 Lexus RZ owners say

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2024 Lexus RZ 300E. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and charging, the heater was activated and failed to function and provide heat as needed. The contact stated that the charging system intermittently failed to charge as needed. The contact stated that there was an hour-and-a-half delay for a full charge. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,620.

36,000 miles · Feb 2025

My 2023 Lexus RZ450e experienced a sudden failure of the 12-volt battery, which completely disabled the vehicle and prevented it from starting. The battery failed while the car was plugged into a Level 2 home charger, but not in 'Ready' mode. There were no warning signs or alerts, and I had to call roadside assistance to jump-start the car. After the incident, I brought the vehicle to the dealership. They tested the 12V battery and said it was "fine." However, during the 100,000-mile maintenance, I specifically requested a battery re-check-and this time, the battery failed the test. This raises serious concerns about the reliability and longevity of the 12V battery in this vehicle, as well as the inconsistent diagnostics at the dealership. If the vehicle had failed to start while I was away from home, I could have been stranded in unsafe conditions. …

Feb 2025

2024 Lexus RZ engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combinedRange
ElectricSingle-speedFWD137 / 112 / 125 MPGe266 mi
ElectricSingle-speedAWD115 / 98 / 107 MPGe220 mi

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Lexus RZ a good car?

That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Lexus RZ?

The electrical system — 4 complaints, 80% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the seat belts (1) and driver assistance (1).

How many recalls does the 2024 Lexus RZ have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2024 Lexus RZ, the most recent from October 30, 2025 (display function). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lexus RZ?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2025. See the full Lexus RZ years comparison.

At what mileage do 2024 Lexus RZ problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 36,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.