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2016 Lexus RX Hybrid recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid. The most recent was reported on January 31, 2018.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
January 31, 201818V-085Air bags: side/window48,672
February 1, 201616V-053Air bags: knee bolster5,072

Recall details

Air bags: side/window

January 31, 2018 · Toyota Motor Corporation · Campaign 18V-085

What is wrong: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.

Air bags: knee bolster

February 1, 2016 · Toyota Motor Corporation · Campaign 16V-053

What is wrong: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.

Risk: A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.

Other model years of the Lexus RX Hybrid

All Lexus RX Hybrid recalls · All Lexus recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid, the most recent reported on January 31, 2018. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid?

Air bags (2).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.