NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Lexus Rz 450e Safety Ratings
The 2024 Lexus Rz 450e scores 96 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Lexus RZ 450e earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. With five-star overall NHTSA crash protection, a full avoidance-tech score, and zero recall campaigns on file, this model year presents a strong safety profile by every federal metric available.
The 2024 Lexus RZ 450e received a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100, sourced entirely from NHTSA federal data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e ranks 4 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 96 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 4 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e?
The 2024 Lexus RZ 450e holds a Safety Index of 96/100, matching the 2023 model year exactly and sustaining the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year. That stability is not accidental: the index breakdown shows near-maximum scores across all three pillars. Crash protection contributes 66 of a possible 70 points, driven by a five-star overall NHTSA rating and five-star scores in both frontal and side tests. The rollover rating of four stars, with an 11 percent risk figure and a No Tip dynamic result, is the only area short of the maximum, and it is the single factor separating this vehicle from a perfect crash-protection score. Avoidance technology earns a complete 10 out of 10, reflecting forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all fitted as standard equipment. The defect record component contributes 19.5 out of 20, a figure consistent with zero recall campaigns and only five unverified owner complaints on file. Taken together, the 2024 model year is defined by its clean defect record and its consistency with the prior year, giving safety-focused shoppers a model year with no active recall exposure and federal crash scores that sit at or near the ceiling of what NHTSA measures.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2024 Lexus RZ 450e five stars overall, five stars in both the frontal and side crash disciplines, and four stars for rollover resistance. The rollover risk is rated at 11 percent, and the dynamic tip test returned a No Tip result. No star rating is absent or unscored for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19424
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e have any recalls?
The 2024 Lexus RZ 450e has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive directive has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recalls can be added after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e?
NHTSA has received five unverified owner complaints for the 2024 RZ 450e. The top alleged component is the Electrical System, cited in four reports, followed by one each for Lane Departure and Seat Belts. One alleged crash is noted. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e?
For the 2024 RZ 450e, no recall campaigns have been initiated by the manufacturer as of this review. Potential owners should verify this status through the NHTSA database using the specific vehicle's VIN, as recalls can be issued at any time.
- The 2024 RZ 450e carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, making it one of the cleaner defect records in the used SUV segment for this model year specifically.
- The rollover rating of four stars, with an 11 percent risk figure and a No Tip dynamic test result, is the only star rating below five and the single gap in an otherwise maximum crash-protection score.
- All three core crash-avoidance technologies, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard on this model year, contributing to a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech score.
- Only five unverified owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, with four alleging Electrical System issues; the low volume means patterns are difficult to confirm from federal data alone.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e places
The 2024 Lexus Rz 450e qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Lexus Rz 450e safety questions
Was the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 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 10.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e 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 2024 Lexus Rz 450e?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Lexus Rz 450e. 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.
Other Rz 450e years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2024 Audi Q5 Sportback | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19424), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus Rz 450e 2024.
- 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 4 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.