Last updated: 2026-10-10
2025 Lexus TX Reliability Report
The 2025 Lexus TX rates excellent for reliability, but owners report hood flutter at highway speeds and weak launches from a stop.
Recalls
3
Complaints
15
Complaint Rate
0.4per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$551
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,000
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Weakest of the three scored TX years, though still excellent, with complaints about hood flutter, hesitant launches, and a blank center display.
Top Issues to Watch
- STRUCTURE (2)
- POWER TRAIN (2)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)
Should You Buy the 2025 Lexus TX?
Reliability is excellent, and it stands above average among 2025 SUVs. Within the TX lineup it is the weakest of the three scored years, but 2024 and 2026 also rate excellent and about the same. Complaints are low for the number sold, and the federal crash-test rating is 5 of 5 stars.
Three problems show up, each in two complaints. At highway speeds the hood flutters. Dealers confirm it and say no repair is available. Acceleration from a stop can hesitate, and owners link it to a low hybrid battery charge and warm-up after a cold start. Drivers describe near collisions pulling into traffic. The 14-inch center display can also go blank, and the backup and surround camera views vanish with it. Federal records show 3 recalls, covering the electrical system and back over prevention.
Ask the seller for proof that the recall work was done. On a test drive, pull out from a stop and confirm the center screen and cameras work. If this year's issues worry you, 2024 and 2026 rate about the same.
Compared to the 2026 Lexus TX, which scored 1 points higher. See also the 2024 Lexus TX for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Strong reliability score
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
- +5-star NHTSA crash rating
- +Only 15 complaints reported
Cons
- −Moderate recall count
- −UNKNOWN OR OTHER: AC condensers leak and the system blows only hot air, in reports ranging from... (5 complaints)
Compare 2025 Lexus TX With
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Reliability: 64/100
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Reliability: 68/100
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Reliability: 68/100
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Reliability: 77/100
2025 Volvo XC60
Reliability: 76/100
Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 3 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5)
- STRUCTURE (2)
Recall Overview
3
recalls on record
A moderate 3 recalls are on file for the 2025 Lexus TX. Each one points to a specific safety or compliance issue identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA — check the list below before buying.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
0.4
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 3.5
Safety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2025 Lexus TX Recall Details
3 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Lexus TX. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
Consequence
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Buying a used 2025 Lexus TX? Check its history first
Structure problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Lexus TX, and 3 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2025 Lexus TX NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 16.9%
Safety Technologies
Lexus TXRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$551
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
2025 Lexus TX Example Repair Prices
National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.
| Repair | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Brake Hose Replacement | $227 – $291 |
| Blower Motor Replacement | $442 – $478 |
| Drive Axle Assembly Leak Inspection | $76 – $112 |
| AC Compressor Clutch Replacement | $1,424 – $1,566 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement | $358 – $466 |
| Axle Shaft Seal Replacement | $431 – $618 |
| Liftgate Glass Support Strut Replacement | $188 – $217 |
| Heater Hose Replacement | $417 – $517 |
| Parking Brake Shoe Replacement | $477 – $619 |
| Air Conditioning Receiver Drier Assembly Replacement | $544 – $852 |
Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
23 MPG
Running cost: $3,550/yr
Fuel + repair
20–21 city / 26–27 hwy MPG
Plug-in Hybrid
27–29 MPG
Running cost: $2,950–$3,100/yr
Fuel + repair
27–29 city / 28 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX 350 2.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,000 |
| TX 350 AWD 2.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 23 | $3,000 |
Plug-in Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX 550h Plus AWD 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 29 | 28 | 29 | $2,400 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Lexus TX.
Run the AC on its coldest setting and confirm cold air; check behind the grille for oil residue or condenser damage.
Ask for service records showing any AC condenser repair and whether the warranty covered it.
Accelerate from a full stop after a cold start and confirm the car pulls firmly without hesitation.
Drive at highway speed and watch the hood edge for fluttering or vibration.
Shift into Reverse several times and confirm the center display and backup camera come on every time.
Play radio, satellite radio, and Bluetooth audio during the drive and confirm none of them cuts out.
Press the fuel door release once and confirm the door opens on the first press.
Inspect the sunroof glass for cracks or chips and ask whether it has ever been replaced.
2025 Lexus TX Common Problems by Component
15 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
5 complaintsAC condensers leak and the system blows only hot air, in reports ranging from 580 miles to 12,000 miles. Dealers blame road debris and deny warranty coverage, with repair quotes around $2,000. Other reports describe a fuel door that opens only after repeated presses of the release button, a sunroof that shattered with a loud noise and no visible impact, and a sound system that cuts out radio, satellite radio, and Bluetooth until the car is turned off and restarted.
STRUCTURE
2 complaintsAt highway speeds, the hood flutters. Dealers confirm the problem and say they have seen it on other TX models, but they say no repair is available. Cases opened with Lexus corporate have not led to a fix. Both reports describe the same symptom. Neither says the hood came open, but the movement is easy to see from the driver's seat.
POWER TRAIN
2 complaintsAcceleration from a stop hesitates or barely builds, even with the pedal more than halfway down. Reports link the lag to a hybrid battery charge below 30%, catalyst warm-up after a cold start, and the motor generator running in charge mode. Drivers describe near collisions while pulling into traffic or turning left across busy lanes, so the weak launch is a real crash risk. The complaints compare it to the same problem on the Toyota Grand Highlander, and no credible fix is described.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 complaintsThe main 14-inch center display goes completely blank. When it fails, the forward, surround, and reverse camera views disappear along with the main control interface. The screen stays dark even after shifting into Reverse and then Park. Losing the backup camera raises the risk of a collision while parking or backing up. Neither report gives a mileage or describes a repair.
SEAT BELTS (1 complaints)
SEAT BELTS
1 complaintMy son was sitting in his rear passenger side seat belt and he shifted in his seat and became entrapped in his seatbelt which i could not release in any way so i had to pull over on the 15 freeway on a trip back from Las Vegas in the middle of a highway with no visible exits and cut him out of his seatbelt
SEATS (1 complaints)
SEATS
1 complaintThird-Row Noise: A popping noise is often heard when the third-row seats are folded down.
BACK OVER PREVENTION (1 complaints)
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 complaintWe leased the Lexus at the end of May 2025. My husband I drove the car. It was nice. My husband and I are in our early [XXX] . Meaning we are very capable of driving. We both ride motorcycles, snowmobiles, dirt bikes,4 wheeling and we also own 1957 truck, 2024 corvette, and we even both drove our own corvettes at the spring mountain in Nevada. That being said this car is a nightmare. I don’t need a car to take over my driving, braking, and anything else. Whether it’s driving 75-80mph and you are on a major interstate and it decides that the sweeping curve is dangerous while I’m passing a semi or a string of cars! I don’t need it to slow down because it thinks too fast of a curve?!?!?. I took it to Brookfield Lexus for over a week I spoke with service told them what I dislike about the car. The one service tech said,”. You are not the only one that dislikes all of the safety features”! I asked him can you remove all of the safety features, “ he said not sure but we will do what we can”! When I picked up my car on Dec 20,2025 they showed me that only a couple of safety features can be shut off. The other ones have to be shut off manually everytime you start the car!!!!! I should not have to go into the computer and manually shut other features off because it’s back to flashing, beeping, and any other annoying features to put me in danger because it’s telling me you are going to have an accident!!!! It’s a distraction that is a problem. My daughter drove it home with our small trailer in a snowstorm last Sunday . My daughter was changing lanes and when she did your auto braking took control and she almost went in the ditch. With the trailer on the back it started to slide because it was overcompensating which put my daughter, the car, my trailer, and anyone else near her in danger. I spoke with Lexus Corporate and filed a complaint. They said there was nothing wrong with the car. There is a major problem with that car. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE (1 complaints)
ENGINE
1 complaintDUE TO THE FRONT GRILL HAVING LARGE GAPS THE AC CONDENSER IS LEAKING DUE TO IMPACT FROM DEBRIS SAFETY IS NON-DRIVABLE LIVING IN ARIZONA DRIVING CHILDREN AT 100-110 DEGREES IN THE SUMMER AND CAR LESS THAN 6 MONTHS OLD LEXUS DEALER IN CHANDLER ARIZONA STATED THEY HAVE SEEN OTHER INCIDENCES OF ROCKS AND DEBRIS ON HIGHWAY CAUSING A LEAK IN THE AC CONDENSER. NO WARNING LIGHTS THE FERON WAS LEAKING OR LOW!
Best & Worst Lexus TX Years
Best Lexus TX Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreLexus TX Years to Avoid
No Lexus TX years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 80 and 82 across 3 scored model years.
Lexus TX Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 80/100 | Excellent |
| 2026 | 81/100 | Excellent |
Lexus TX Reliability Compared to Other Years
2025 Lexus TX Common Questions
10 questions from 2025 Lexus TX owners.
Stalling and stopping
My vehicle only has 30,800,000 miles. If the fuel pump which is a recalled part is the manufacture responsible There is no way of knowing, it stalls when accelerating A few days
No power steering
i just bought a 2006 lexus rx400h and i have zero power steering, a p/s light and "check hybrid system" and "check vsc system" as well as p1421, p3298, c1310, c1336 codes, it has a brand new car battery More than a week
Braking malfunction
After about 100 miles all the dash lites came on,cel,anti skid parking brake ECT. It said pull over right away and have towed to dealer. Well I was not to far from home so drove it home. The brake pedal was very hard to push so I drove slow and tried not to use brake pedal. I could use it if I did it gently. Next morning , drove it to shop and they called me back and said they got a code c1247 which was brake pedal stroke sensor. Replaced that and had it calibrated. After driving around 70 miles it did the same thing. Stiff brake ,lites on dash, so took it back and it came back with the same code so they erased the code on the obd and it drives perfect until I hit the 70 mi and does it again. This has happened like 5times and even took it to different shops. All they do is reset code and they tell me it is good to go .Could it be in the brake booster? When I tell them the problem is still there they all have said " it's probably the abs module but they are just guessing. Booster? When the dash lites are off it rides perfect for 70 miles or so More than a month
Repair estimate
Is it worth it to repair a 2007 Lexus RX400h that needs the compressor, condenser and hybrid battery replaced? Car no longer turns on. The heat/AC would make the car run rough. More than a month
Seatbelt alarm
The seatbelt alarm for the rear middle seatbelt goes off even when no one is sitting in the back seats and no items are on the seats either. The only way I’ve been keeping this from triggering every time I drive is to keep the middle seatbelt latched. I’ve been told that it is a faulty sensor in the latch and it should be replaced. Is this the only way? More than a year
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Don’t buy a 2025 Lexus TX without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2025 Lexus TX
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Lexus TX does best on complaint severity (80/100) and worst on how many systems draw complaints (79/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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