2026 Lexus Rz problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (4) · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch:emergency Mechanical Release (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Electrical System:propulsion System 2026-06-18 · campaign 26V393000 · 20,991 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LA07 and 26TA11. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG26.
Service bulletins (26)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-09-11 · L-SB-0020-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2026 model year rz 350e, rz 450e, and rz 550e vehicles may exhibit the diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u25521f associated with the level 3 dc fast charging. under certain conditions, charging may either operate normally or experience failure, with a charging malfunction message displayed on the m
Engine 2026-07-22 · L-TT-0350-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
state of health (soh): an estimate of battery health that is updated as the vehicle learns from operating and charging conditions over time. distance since last update: indicates the distance accumulated since the last soh calculation. a default mileage value of 40,727 at soh 100% may be displayed u
Engine 2026-07-13 · L-SB-0020-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2026 model year rz 350e, rz 450e, and rz 550e vehicles may exhibit the diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u255221f associated with the level 3 dc fast charging. under certain conditions, charging may either operate normally or experience failure, with a charging malfunction message displayed on the
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-19 · L-SB-0009-25 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
obsolete notice month ##, 2026: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0018-26
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-18 · L-SB-0018-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. if the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direct
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-18 · L-SB-0017-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. these conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operat
Showing the 6 most recent of 26 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-02 · Electrical System · 1,500 mi“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 vehicl…”
2026-08-17 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · 1,000 mi“the contact owns a 2026 lexus rz-450e. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and attempting to start the vehicle, the driver’s side door failed to respond. no warning light was illuminated. a dealer was contacted. the vehicle was taken to dealer, and the contact was informed that the data communication module had drained the battery …”
2026-08-11 · Electrical System“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 a…”
2026-08-10 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch:emergency Mechanical Release“incident one: i was locked out of my car and needed to call lexus roadside assistance for help. the technician struggled with the mechanical override to open the car, but was able to force it eventually. he explained the 12v battery was dead. there was nothing left on that would have drained the battery. incident two: the following week, i was…”
2026-08-07 · Electrical System“this a new 2026 electric car with an~80% charge in the traction battery. unfortunately the 12 v battery failed after i got into the car and closed the car door. nothing on the car worked including the door locks leaving me trapped. fortunately i had my phone with me so i could call for assistance. i shudder to think if i had not or if my grand …”
2026-07-07 · Electrical System“the component affected: electrical system / drivetrain propulsion. the core hazard: systemic software/hardware defect causing a total failure of the 12v auxiliary system, resulting in immediate vehicle blackouts and leaving the vehicle stranded without warning. the safety risk: the vehicle leaves passengers and young children completely stranded …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.