Lexus Vehicle Recall Over Rearview Camera Issue

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Toyota is recalling certain Lexus vehicles due to a rearview camera that may not display when reversing, increasing crash risk and failing federal safety standards.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain vehicles because the rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This issue causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves approximately 144,200 units of the following Lexus models: 2022-2025 NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350. Specific model years affected include 2022-2025 NX, 2023-2026 RX, and 2024-2026 TX. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V162000, and Toyota's recall numbers are 26LB02 and 26LA02.

What You Should Do

Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on May 3, 2026. Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the camera free of charge. Contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 for more information.

Why This Matters

This recall is significant because a non-displaying rearview camera reduces the driver's visibility behind the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash and compromising road safety.

Source

NHTSA Recall ID: 26V162000. For more details, visit the NHTSA website.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Toyota is recalling certain Lexus vehicles due to a rearview camera that may not display when reversing, increasing crash risk and failing federal safety standards.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Vehicle Recalls updates?
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