NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ Safety Record
The 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ enters the market without federal crash-test ratings. No star ratings from NHTSA are available, nor does the agency provide a Safety Index for this model year. The federal record, while limited, notes a Light recall and complaint burden band. Three open recall campaigns have been issued, addressing back-over prevention software and display function. Seven unverified owner complaints are on file. The absence of comprehensive crash-test data precludes any assessment of this vehicle's performance in a collision.
The 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries three recall campaigns, and is assigned 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 | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 7 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+?
The 2026 TX 550h+ enters the federal record with two safety recalls targeting backing-system technology, specifically software and display function. These are not cosmetic or administrative concerns; they are direct safety functions that could affect a driver's ability to detect objects behind the vehicle. Owners should verify recall remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov without delay. A third recall addresses a separate issue. The TX 550h+ carries a Light burden band, reflecting a relatively modest volume of recall activity and consumer complaints for a vehicle on the market for a short time. Seven unverified complaints are on file, spanning structural, brake, and electrical components. One complaint alleges an injury, though none allege a crash or fire. No NHTSA-tested sibling years exist in the data provided, so there is no adjacent crash-test record for context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ have any recalls?
The 2026 TX 550h+ is named in three recall campaigns. Two address back-over prevention: one targets a software defect and one targets a display function failure, both affecting rearview or backing-assist systems across a broad range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles. A third campaign covers equipment labels on a multi-brand group of Toyota products. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive directive associated with these campaigns in the data provided.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS26V179000
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
Reported 2026-03-24
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V162000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB02 and 26LA02.
Reported 2026-03-18
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION25V744000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2025-10-30
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+?
Seven owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, all unverified allegations. The top components alleged are Structure, Service Brakes, and Electrical System, each cited twice, followed by single allegations involving the Fuel System, Gasoline category, and Power Train. One complaint alleges an injury. These are consumer-reported claims, not established findings.
7 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+?
The 2026 TX 550h+ carries three open recalls, underscoring the necessity for consumers to verify recall remedy completion prior to purchase. Any pre-owned unit may be subject to these campaigns, which the seller is not obligated to disclose. Prospective buyers should run the vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm all necessary recall repairs have been performed.
- Two of the three 2026 TX 550h+ recall campaigns target back-over prevention systems, one involving a software defect and one involving a display function failure. Both affect the vehicle's ability to support safe reversing and should be verified as remedied by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 TX 550h+ and has issued no star ratings for this model year. No Safety Index exists, and the absence of a rating is not a safety signal in either direction.
- Seven unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with alleged issues spanning Structure, Service Brakes, and Electrical System most frequently. One complaint alleges an injury. These are consumer allegations and have not been confirmed by federal investigation.
- No NHTSA-tested sibling years for the TX 550h+ appear in the federal data, meaning there is no adjacent crash-test record from an earlier or later model year that shoppers can use as a directional reference for collision performance.
FAQ2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ safety questions
Was the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ 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 3 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+ have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 7 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Lexus Tx 550h+. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus Tx 550h+ 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.