Model year guide

2026 Lexus LX 600

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Lexus LX 600 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.

2026 Lexus LX 600 — representative photo
Representative photo

2026 Lexus LX 600 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints1
Combined19 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2026 Lexus LX 600 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2026 Lexus LX 600.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2026 Lexus LX 600 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2026 Lexus LX 600 MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2026 Lexus LX 600 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Fuel only$21,750
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 23

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 23.

Some 2022 – 2026 model year LX 600, 2024 – 2026 model year GX 550, and 2025 – 2026 model year LX 700h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse

Bulletin L-SB-0053-25 Rev2 · Service Brakes · Jul 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE Month ##, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0018-26

Bulletin L-SB-0009-25 Rev2 · Jun 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE June 18, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0017-26.

Bulletin L-SB-0019-25 Rev2 · Jun 2026

A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are r…

Bulletin L-SB-0017-26 · Jun 2026

During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in…

Bulletin L-SB-0018-26 · Jun 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE June 15, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0016-26.

Bulletin L-SB-0011-25 Rev2 · Jun 2026

Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle’s…

Bulletin L-SB-0016-26 · Jun 2026

Some 2022 – 2026 model year LX 600, 2024 – 2026 model year GX 550, and 2025 – 2026 model year LX 700h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse.

Bulletin L-SB-0053-25 · Service Brakes · Feb 2026

A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are r…

Bulletin L-SB-0019-25 Rev2 · Feb 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 10, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0005-26.

Bulletin L-SB-0014-25 Rev2 · Feb 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LX 600 ICE AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2026 Lexus LX 600. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Powertrain

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the transmission and/or transmission housing to become damaged. As a result, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or transmission fluid could leak. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Lex…

Transport Canada #2026069 · Feb 2026

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Lexus LX 600

The Lexus LX is a full-size luxury SUV sold by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota, since January 1996, having entered manufacturing in November 1995. As the flagship SUV from Lexus, it is the company's largest and most expensive SUV. Four generations have been produced, all based heavily on the long-running Toyota Land Cruiser SUVs. The first-generation LX 450 started production in 1995 as Lexus' first entry into the SUV market. Its successor, the LX 470, premiered in 1998 and was manufactured until 2007. The third-generation LX debuted at the New York International Auto Show in April 2007. The fourth-generation LX debuted in October 2021.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2026 Lexus LX 600 vehicles on record

Other Lexus LX 600 model years

2026 Lexus LX 600 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2026 Lexus LX 600 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2026 Lexus LX 600. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Lexus LX 600?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Lexus LX 600 get?

The 2026 Lexus LX 600 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.