NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Lexus RX450H Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jan 31, 2018

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What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Lexus RX450H average of 2.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Side/window, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Lexus RX450H recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 18V085000

Air Bags › Side/window

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Jan 31, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V053000

Air Bags › Knee Bolster

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Feb 1, 2016

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2016 Lexus RX450H recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus RX450H have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Lexus RX450H. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Lexus RX450H?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology