Model year
2026 Lexus RZ
NHTSA lists 1 recall and 6 complaints for the 2026 Lexus RZ (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY (1), LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (1). NHTSA rated the 450E SUV BEV AWD 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 95–126 MPGe combined and 26.6–35.3 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $600–$800, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
26V393000 · Jun 18, 2026
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.
Complaints
6 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350E SUV BEV FWD | Not rated | 5 | 5 | 4 | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 450E SUV BEV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 · possibility 0.105 | NHTSA photo |
| 550E SUV BEV AWD | Not rated | 5 | 5 | 4 | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RZ 350e FWD (20 inch wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 129 | 110 | 120 | 28.1 | 284 | $650 |
| RZ 450e AWD (18 inch wheels) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 120 | 100 | 110 | 30.5 | 264 | $700 |
| RZ 450e AWD (20 inch wheels - 235/50R20) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 117 | 99 | 108 | 31.2 | 257 | $700 |
| RZ 450e AWD (20 inch wheels - 235/50R20,255/45R20) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 102 | 87 | 95 | 35.2 | 228 | $800 |
| RZ 550e AWD · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 102 | 88 | 95 | 35.3 | 229 | $800 |
| RZ 350e FWD (18 inch wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 136 | 115 | 126 | 26.6 | 301 | $600 |
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