Most common 2026 Lexus RZ problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus RZ complaints by model year
Best RZ years: 2025. Compare all years →
2026 Lexus RZ recalls (1)
Electrical system › Propulsion system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Toyota BZ, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra battery electric vehicles. The electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the high voltage battery may experience a fault, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
What 2026 Lexus RZ owners say
Electrical system
The contact owns a 2026 Lexus RZ 450. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the vehicle failed to start. The dealer jump-started the vehicle and the vehicle was towed to the service center, where it was determined that a module had failed and the battery was replaced. However, the contact felt unsafe driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,500.
Went to my car on Saturday @630p to put items in my car for church the next morning. I couldn't get into my car and my car wasn't responding to my key fobs. I called the Lexus service and was closed. I got on my app and called roadside service. As I was walking (pacing) in my garage, I noticed my rear passenger tire was flat! I asked the AAA rep about my tire. He said no replacement was in my car and the tire isn't inflated with air, but foam. Additionally, he noted me not driving the car may have drained my battery. Which was about 73% last I drove it. When he looked at my car and jumped it, he noted my 2nd battery was drained. He didn't know why. He had me leave the car running for an hour after he left. I did and the car turned off automatically after 1 hour. I called both the service department at your location and AAA on Monday morning. …
2026 Lexus RZ engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | FWD | 136 / 115 / 126 MPGe | 301 mi |
| Electric | Single-speed | AWD | 120 / 100 / 110 MPGe | 264 mi |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Lexus RZ a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2026 RZ rates few complaints: about as many complaints as a typical year of the RZ at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Lexus RZ?
The electrical system — 5 complaints, 83% of all complaints for this model year, most often about 12v/24v/48v battery. Next is the locks & latches (2).
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus RZ have?
There is 1 recall for the 2026 Lexus RZ, the most recent from June 18, 2026 (propulsion system). 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 2026 Lexus RZ problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 2,000 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.