repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
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.
2023 Lexus RZProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2023 Lexus RZ, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-744 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 18, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Lexus RZ has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Exterior lighting
1Forward collision avoidance
1Service brakes
1Steering
1Structure
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
55 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2023 Lexus RZ recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other RZ year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the RZ median. How we score
'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What RZ owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, my car experienced a sudden, catastrophic failure of braking system while in motion, at my home. I brought the vehicle into Lexus of Concord on Wednesday, July 15, 2026,. The power assist failed completely with zero advance warning, dropping the vehicle instantly into…
My vehicle, a 2023 Lexus RZ 450e, has been out of service for over 30 days due to an unresolved HVAC system failure affecting cabin heating. The issue significantly impacts the safe operation of the vehicle, particularly in cold weather conditions where adequate heat is necessary for driver…
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus RZ 450. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park(P), the vehicle failed to shift out of park after multiple attempts. The vehicle eventually shifted into drive(D) and as the contact began to drive the vehicle, the vehicle began to hesitate as the brake…
Own a 2023 RZ?
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