NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Lexus LX 700h Safety Record
The 2026 Lexus LX 700h has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Lexus LX 700h has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a federal Safety Index score or star ratings. The federal record for this model year shows a light burden of recalls and owner complaints. One recall campaign has been issued, related to the automatic transmission. A single owner complaint, concerning service brakes, remains unverified. The absence of crash-test data for the LX 700h means no laboratory crash results exist to cite for safety assessment.
The 2026 Lexus LX 700h has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Lexus LX 700h?
The 2026 Lexus LX 700h enters the federal record with a Light burden band, indicating a low volume of recalls and owner complaints relative to the broader vehicle population. This assessment of administrative safety does not imply crashworthiness. The model's single recall campaign addresses automatic transmission solenoid behavior, a issue also identified in some 2025 LX 600 models. An unverified, solitary complaint regarding service brakes is on file, but this isolated report does not suggest a systemic problem. No closely related model years have crash test data available for contextual comparison.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Lexus LX 700h have any recalls?
The single recall for this model year targets the power train, specifically the automatic transmission solenoid, on certain 2025-2026 Lexus LX 600 vehicles. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory for this campaign based on the data provided. There are no additional recall campaigns on record for this model year.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION26V094000
Risk: A damaged transmission can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged transmission can leak transmission fluid, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26LA01.
Reported 2026-02-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Lexus LX 700h?
One owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with service brakes listed as the affected component. That report is an unverified consumer allegation and has not been confirmed as a defect by NHTSA or the manufacturer. No complaints involving crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths appear in the record.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Lexus LX 700h?
The 2026 Lexus LX 700h was subject to a significant recall concerning its transmission. Before any purchase, prospective owners should verify the recall's completion by checking the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 Lexus LX 700h, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, targeting the automatic transmission solenoid on certain 2025-2026 Lexus LX 600 vehicles; buyers should verify completion status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- One unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, alleging a concern with service brakes; this is a consumer allegation and has not been confirmed as a defect.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects a low volume of recalls and complaints in the federal record and is not a measure of crashworthiness or a substitute for crash-test data.
FAQ2026 Lexus LX 700h safety questions
Was the 2026 Lexus LX 700h crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus LX 700h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2026 Lexus LX 700h. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Lexus LX 700h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2026 Lexus LX 700h. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus LX 700h 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.