NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Lexus Rz 450e
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Lexus RZ 450e is a dedicated battery-electric luxury SUV competing in one of the most hotly contested segments on the market. Positioned as Toyota's premium EV flagship, it targets buyers who want a refined, upscale driving experience without a combustion engine. With coverage spanning 2023 through 2025, the RZ 450e brings Lexus's reputation for meticulous build quality into the electric era.
The 2023 Lexus Rz 450e earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the RZ 450e for its composed, refined ride quality and premium interior execution, calling it a credible luxury alternative in the electric SUV space. Most note that the driving range and charging ecosystem lag some rivals, but the overall build quality and driving refinement consistently draw positive marks from the professional press.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18579
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.