Recall 26V162 affects 144,200 2022-2026 Lexus Nx, Rx, and Tx vehicles for rearview camera display failure. Repair is free at any franchised Lexus dealer.
Lexus is recalling 144,200 2022-2026 Nx, Rx, and Tx vehicles because the rearview camera image can fail to display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. That loss of rear visibility increases crash risk, and Lexus dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rearview camera on 2022-2026 Lexus Nx, Rx, and Tx vehicles sends the view behind the vehicle to the multimedia screen when the transmission shifts into reverse. The screen and camera depend on the multimedia system completing its startup process, so the image is ready before the driver backs up. An in-cabin USB charger is part of the electrical setup involved in that startup.
On affected vehicles, that USB charger lacks a capacitor, a small electrical part that stores charge and helps smooth a voltage drop. If the engine is running and the ignition is cycled from off to on within about eight seconds, voltage drops during engine cranking. That drop interrupts the camera startup process, leaving a blank screen when reverse is selected.
There is no warning sign before failure. The backup camera can work normally on one start and show a blank screen on another, depending on the ignition cycle and voltage drop.
Who's affected?
Spans the Nx, Rx, and Tx across the 2022-2026 model years, all tied to the same back-over prevention software.
| 2025 Lexus Nx | Software |
|---|---|
| 2023 Lexus Nx | Software |
| 2024 Lexus Nx | Software |
| 2022 Lexus Nx | Software |
| 2024 Lexus Rx | Software |
| 2026 Lexus Tx | Software |
| 2023 Lexus Rx | Software |
| 2025 Lexus Rx | Software |
| 2026 Lexus Rx | Software |
| 2024 Lexus Tx | Software |
| 2025 Lexus Tx | Software |
| Units affected | 144,200 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rearview image does not display, the driver loses part of the view behind the vehicle while backing up. That reduces rear visibility and increases the risk of a crash, especially near people, objects, or parked vehicles. Use mirrors and direct checks until the repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Lexus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2026 Lexus Nx, Rx, or Tx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lexus dealer to schedule the free rearview-camera software update or camera replacement that fixes the reverse-image display failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Lexus has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V162 when you call.
- Use extra care backing up until the repair is complete. Check behind the vehicle before reversing and use mirrors instead of relying only on the camera.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lexus technician updates the rearview camera software. If the software update does not correct the issue, the technician replaces the rearview camera. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid to fix this rearview camera condition before the campaign, Lexus's general reimbursement plan gives you a way to seek repayment. Keep your invoice and repair documentation, then follow the instructions in the owner letter or ask the Lexus service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 18, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| March 18, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V162?
Recall 26V162 covers 144,200 2022-2026 Lexus Nx, Rx, and Tx vehicles with a rearview camera defect. The image can fail to display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2022-2026 Lexus Nx, Rx, or Tx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Lexus is included in recall 26V162. If it is, contact a franchised Lexus dealer and reference Toyota recall numbers 26LB02 and 26LA02. The dealer will update the rearview camera software or replace the camera for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Lexus dealer will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, based on what the vehicle needs, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive a Lexus with recall 26V162?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is reduced rear visibility when backing up if the rearview camera image does not display. Use extra care in reverse and schedule the free dealer repair after your VIN confirms the recall applies.
What if I bought my Lexus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Lexus is included, then contact a franchised Lexus dealer and reference recall 26V162 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V162000 |
|---|---|
| Lexus customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V162 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V162000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →