2023 Lexus RX electrical system problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2023 Lexus RX — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Battery drains which locks car unexpectedly. No warning, even with car FOB inside car which creates a safety issue if child or someone is in the car. All doors lock and with no access to FOB cannot open the door with manual key. Also, safety issue if this happens at night or in a parking lot etc…”
filed Aug 26, 2026
“Vehicle jerking back and forth aggressively while at a complete stop with foot firmly on brake pedal. Vehicle seems to want to lurch forward.”
filed Apr 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially enter the HV Floor Under Wire connector…
25LD01 · Service Campaign · issued Nov 13, 2025Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist…
L-TT-0326-23 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 19, 2025The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and…
L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 13, 2025
Electrical System problems in other RX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 RX | 18 | 33% |
| 2022 RX | 6 | 21% |
| 2021 RX | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 RX | 4 | 9% |
| 2019 RX | 6 | 18% |
| 2018 RX | 3 | 12% |
| 2017 RX | 3 | 6% |
| 2016 RX | 4 | 14% |
| 2015 RX | 1 | 5% |
| 2013 RX | 3 | 16% |
| 2011 RX | 4 | 14% |
| 2010 RX | 6 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Lexus RX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.