NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Lexus RX 350h Safety Ratings
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 56 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h, with a Safety Index score of 87/100, places the vehicle firmly in our "Strong" safety band. No recalls have been issued for this model year. Its standard suite of crash-avoidance technologies further reinforces the RX 350h's robust safety profile.
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h SUV AWD received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Lexus RX 350h ranks 66 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 56 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 66 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Lexus RX 350h?
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h has no recall campaigns on file. This absence of recalls drives its defect record sub-score to 16.25 out of a possible 20 points, a notable factor in its overall Safety Index of 87 out of 100. The vehicle also achieved a perfect 10 out of 10 for crash-avoidance technology. The NHTSA NCAP results contribute to a crash protection sub-score of 61 out of 70. The RX 350h earned a five-star overall rating, including a maximum five-star side impact result. Its frontal and rollover categories each received four stars. The rollover risk is assessed at 16 percent, with a No Tip dynamic result. While 56 unverified owner complaints have been registered, including clusters related to electrical and engine issues, these have not led to any recall actions or formal NHTSA investigation findings in this dataset. The 87 Safety Index score places the 2023 Lexus RX 350h in the Strong performance band.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Lexus RX 350h perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h SUV AWD achieved an overall five-star safety rating from NHTSA. While side protection earned a full five stars, both frontal and rollover protection were rated at four out of five stars. The rollover risk for this model is 16 percent, with the dynamic tip test confirming No Tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18567
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Lexus RX 350h have any recalls?
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory applies to this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall filings can be added after a model year enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Lexus RX 350h?
NHTSA has received 56 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown Or Other (14 reports), Engine (9), and Electrical System (9), followed by Structure (8) and Power Train (7). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
56 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Lexus RX 350h?
Because this vehicle is now in the used market, shoppers should run the specific VIN through the NHTSA recall database before purchase. Even with zero campaigns on file today, new recall filings can be issued at any time. Confirming that any future remedy has been completed is the most direct safety step a used-vehicle buyer can take.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 RX 350h, a key contributor to its defect record sub-score of 16.25 out of 20 and its 87 out of 100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded this specific model year a five-star overall crash rating, with side protection reaching the maximum five stars and both frontal and rollover protection at four stars.
- All three primary crash-avoidance technologies, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this model year, earning a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance tech sub-score.
- Fifty-six unverified complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with the engine and electrical system each cited in nine reports; these remain unverified consumer allegations with no corresponding recall action documented in the current dataset.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Lexus RX 350h places
The 2023 Lexus RX 350h qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Lexus RX 350h safety questions
Was the 2023 Lexus RX 350h crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Lexus RX 350h, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Lexus RX 350h crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Lexus RX 350h earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Lexus RX 350h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Lexus RX 350h as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Lexus RX 350h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 56 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Lexus RX 350h. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in SUV (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model X Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Early Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18567), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RX 350h 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 66 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- 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.