Every Lexus Safety Recall In The UK, By Model And Year, With What Each Fault Means And How To Get It Fixed
Lexus has 42 UK safety recalls in DVSA records, including 12 since 2020. The most common recent faults involve software, fire risk and fuel leaks. Enter your registration to check your Lexus; you won't usually pay for a recall repair at a franchised Lexus dealer.1
Which Car Is It?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
Lexus has few UK recalls, and most recent ones are software updates rather than new parts. In late 2025 Lexus recalled the LBX, LM, LS 500h and RX to reprogram the instrument cluster (R/2025/275, 24,549 vehicle-records), because the display could fail to show warnings and speed, and recalled most of its range, from the ES to the UX, to reprogram the parking assist unit (R/2025/467). Both are usually quick dealer visits. Older Lexus GS and IS models have had fuel-related recalls: R/2022/345 fixed a fuel tank vent tube that could crack and leak, and R/2020/060 replaced fuel pumps that could stop working and stall the engine. Lexus recalls tend to arrive later than average after a model's launch, so owners of older cars should keep checking. Lexus shares parts with Toyota, so a Toyota recall can sometimes apply to a Lexus as well. Any Lexus centre can check your VIN.
Latest Lexus Recalls
These are the newest Lexus recalls registered with DVSA, newest first.
42 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES, LBX, LC, LM and 5 moreParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models | 20,855 | Low | R/2025/467 | |
| LBX, LM, LS500H, RXCombination meter reprogramming on multiple models (Lexus) | 24,549 | Low | R/2025/275 | |
| RZElectric Compressor | 4,089 | Low | R/2025/373 | |
| UX300EElectric heater replacement | 1,768 | Low | R/2025/371 | |
| Lexus NXLSS & TSS 3.0 forward recognition camera on multiple models | 4,841 | Low | R/2024/250 | |
| RX300Affected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | 1 | Urgent | R/2023/299 | |
| Lexus ES, Lexus LS500, Lexus LS500H, Lexus NX and 3 moreDue to the software programming for the DCM memory capacity there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable | 4,261 | Urgent | R/2023/280 | |
| Lexus NX450H+DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production | 891 | Urgent | R/2023/209 | |
| Lexus GS F, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS300H, Lexus GS450H and 6 moreFuel tank vent tube assembly could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | 20,770 | Urgent | R/2022/345 | |
| Lexus NXCertain spot welds might be missing | 759 | Book soon | R/2022/109 | |
| Lexus UX250H, Lexus UX300EThe emergency calling system (ecall) may not function when required | 2,046 | Book soon | R/2021/316 | |
| Lexus ES350, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS450, Lexus GS450H and 11 moreFuel pump impeller can crack and cause fuel pump to become inoprative | 6,787 | Urgent | R/2020/060 | |
| Lexus CT2000HThe gas in the back door damper stay may leak | 165 | Book soon | R/2019/350 | |
| Lexus ES300H, Lexus LS500, Lexus LS500H, Lexus UX250HBrake booster pump may stop working | 228 | Urgent | R/2019/249 | |
| Lexus LS500HPossible crack could develop on the sidewall reinforcement layer of the run-flat tyres | 79 | Book soon | R/2019/067 | |
| Lexus ES, Lexus UXThe emergency calling system may not be enabled | 1,201 | Book soon | R/2019/123 | |
| Lexus SC430Front passenger air bag inflators containing degraded propellant may result in an inflator rupture | 1,842 | Urgent | R/2018/309 | |
| Lexus LC500HDue to improper programming in the ECU possible loss of motive power and the hybrid system will shut down | 147 | Urgent | R/2018/241 | |
| Lexus Gs-F, Lexus LC500, Lexus Rc-FFuel may leak | 393 | Urgent | R/2018/050 | |
| Lexus CT2000HPossibility of a fuel leak | 791 | Urgent | R/2017/332 | |
| Lexus NXParking brake may not activate correctly | 9,113 | Urgent | R/2016/295 | |
| Lexus GS, Lexus ISRisk of fire | 10,958 | Urgent | R/2016/080 | |
| Lexus NXLoss of stability | 25 | Urgent | R/2015/110 | |
| Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS300, Lexus GS350, Lexus GS460 and 6 moreRisk of fire | 9,712 | Urgent | R/2014/135 | |
| Lexus RX 400HVehicle could suddenly stop | 9,649 | Low | R/2013/104 | |
| Lexus IS220D, Lexus IS250Front wiper may become inoperative | 15 | Book soon | R/2013/015 | |
| Lexus RX 400H, Lexus RX300Steering may be affected | 4,162 | Urgent | R/2011/150 | |
| Lexus RX 400HVehicle may loose power | 4,007 | Low | R/2011/076 | |
| Lexus IS250Fuel may leak | 3,146 | Urgent | R/2011/006 | |
| Lexus GS300, Lexus IS220D, Lexus IS250, Lexus RX300Brake master cylinder may fail | 15,445 | Urgent | R/2010/170 | |
| Lexus GS300Engine may stall or will not restart | 2,077 | Urgent | R/2010/169 | |
| Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS460, Lexus LS460, Lexus LS600H and 1 moreEngine may fail | 3,238 | Book soon | R/2010/084 | |
| Lexus LS460, Lexus LS600HSteering control ECU | 48 | Urgent | R/2010/055 | |
| Lexus GS300, Lexus IS250Fuel may leak | 3,921 | Urgent | R/2007/175 | |
| LexusFront seat belt locking system may not release when activated | 4,038 | Urgent | R/2006/065 | |
| Lexus LS430Engine may stall | 319 | Urgent | R/2005/017 | |
| Lexus RX300Possibility that the stop lamp could fail | 5,936 | Book soon | R/2004/199 | |
| Lexus LS430Possible failure of parking brake | 223 | Urgent | R/2004/107 | |
| Lexus LS200Operation of accelerator pedal may be affected | 10,919 | Low | RCOMP/2000/2 | |
| LexusPossible separation of lower suspension ball joint | 2,230 | Urgent | R/1999/043 | |
| LexusPossibility of underbonnet fire | 2,220 | Urgent | R/1998/017 | |
| LexusPossible failure of suspension ball joint | 1,298 | Book soon | R/1995/022 |
Open any reference for the build dates covered, the fix and what to do. Urgency labels follow our published rules.
Lexus Recalls By Model
Choose your model to see only its recalls. The Lexus NX, Lexus LS500H and Lexus LS500 have the most Lexus recall references since 2015.
- Lexus NX5
- Lexus LS500H4
- Lexus LS5003
- LBX2
- LM2
- RX2
- RZ2
- Lexus ES2
- Lexus UX2
- Lexus GS2502
- Lexus GS450H2
- Lexus UX250H2
- Lexus LC5002
- Lexus LC500H2
- Lexus CT2000H2
- ES1
- LC1
- LS1
- NX1
- UX1
- LS500H1
- UX300E1
- RX3001
- Lexus RX1
Some models have their own page with a full recall history: Lexus NX. A recall can cover only certain build dates or engines, so confirm with Lexus by VIN. See where to find your VIN.
How Many Recalls Has Lexus Had?
Since 2020 Lexus has launched 12 UK recalls. Adjusted for its cars on the road, that is 5.65 car recalls per 100,000 licensed cars.
The per-car figure divides car recalls since 2020 by the number of Lexus cars licensed in the UK in 2026 Q2, with van-only recalls removed.2 Lexus has a small number of cars on UK roads, so one or two recalls can move this rate a long way. A higher count doesn't mean a car is less reliable: it reflects the size of the range, how vans are counted and how readily a maker recalls. See which car makes have the most recalls.
The Most Common Lexus Recall Faults
Recent Lexus recalls most often involve software, fire risk and fuel leaks.
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. 19% of Lexus recalls include a software update, often done in under an hour. Each fault type links to a page explaining the warning signs and what to do.
Biggest Lexus Recalls Since 2020
The largest recent Lexus recall is R/2025/275 (combination meter reprogramming on multiple models (Lexus)), covering about 24,549 vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus LBX, LM, LS500H, RXCombination meter reprogramming on multiple models (Lexus) | 24,549 | Low | R/2025/275 | |
| Lexus ES, LBX, LC, LM and 5 moreParking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models | 20,855 | Low | R/2025/467 | |
| Lexus Lexus GS F, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS300H, Lexus GS450H and 6 moreFuel tank vent tube assembly could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | 20,770 | Urgent | R/2022/345 | |
| Lexus Lexus ES350, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS450, Lexus GS450H and 11 moreFuel pump impeller can crack and cause fuel pump to become inoprative | 6,787 | Urgent | R/2020/060 | |
| Lexus Lexus NXLSS & TSS 3.0 forward recognition camera on multiple models | 4,841 | Low | R/2024/250 |
Vehicle-records are the manufacturer's estimates, and one car can appear in several recalls.
How To Get A Lexus Recall Fixed
Book with any franchised Lexus dealer using your VIN and the campaign code on your letter. The work is normally free, and the dealer records it with Lexus.1
| Lexus customer or recall line | 0800 044 3721 (Recall line (Mon to Sun 8am to 8pm)) |
| Opening hours | Mon to Sun 8am to 8pm |
| cr@lexus.co.uk | |
| Last checked | 15 October 2026 |
Have your VIN, registration, mileage and the code from your letter ready. See manufacturer recall helplines and how long a recall repair takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Lexus Recalls Free?
Yes. You won't usually pay for a safety recall repair.1 See do you have to pay for a recall?.
Do Lexus Recalls Expire?
No. A recall stays in force for any car that wasn't fixed, even after it is closed for reporting.3 See do car recalls expire?.
Can I Drive My Lexus With An Open Recall?
Follow your letter. Most recalls let you drive until the repair; a stop-drive notice doesn't. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
What Does The Code On My Lexus Letter Mean?
It is Lexus's campaign reference. Look it up with our recall code lookup.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.
- Models with fewer than 5 refs show lists, not rates.
- Code timelines: Producers normally respond to DVSA within 28 days (5.5); DVSA reviews are typically monthly (5.4). DVSA must be notified "as soon as the safety defect has been confirmed" (6.1). 3 notifications per motorist is seen as reasonable (8.3). Response rates are reported every three months (11.1).