2026 Lexus RZ: common problems and reliability
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18 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2026 RZ?The 2026 Lexus RZ has 18 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and latches/locks/linkages.
Safety record for the 2026 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2026 Lexus RZ vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2026 a good year for the RZ?
Across the 4 RZ model years we track, complaint volume runs from 11 (2023) to 18 (2026). With 18 complaints, the 2026 RZ sits above the model's median of 11.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2026 RZ
electrical system:propulsion system
Campaign 26V393000Toyota 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.
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear divide between satisfaction with the vehicle's core attributes and significant disappointment with its electric powertrain capabilities.
Owner insights cover all generations of the RZ. See the full RZ owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used RZ listings typically run $33,143–$44,400.
Other RZ model years
Compare every RZ year side by side to see how 2026 ranks against the rest.
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