2026 Lexus RZ

The second key fob for the Lexus RZ is difficult to obtain and program, often involving delays and poor coordination from Lexus dealers. Owners describe the process as a complete fiasco requiring mult...

The Lexus RZ limits owners to only three DC fast charging sessions per 24-hour period, after which charging speed throttles down to Level 2 speeds. This restriction surprises owners expecting unlimite...

Lexus advertises a 266-mile range for the RZ 300e, but owners report this is a lie, requiring three charges per day just to achieve that distance, especially in cold weather.

Lexus specifies ~71.4 kWh battery capacity in brochures, but owners question effective/usability vs. advertised, misleading on real-world performance.

Lexus provides a vast and confusing array of privacy policies, notices, and statements across its vehicles, apps, and services, making it extremely difficult for owners to understand the company's dat...

Unlike Toyota's bZ4X which offers new buyers a year of free EVGo DC fast charging, Lexus provides no such charging assistance or perks to RZ owners.

The Lexus RZ's low battery alert system fails to provide escalating or timely notifications as the battery depletes, only triggering a single minor ding or alert at exactly 0% state of charge. This le...

The Lexus RZ's park assist feature, which automatically detects parking spaces and maneuvers the vehicle, suddenly stops working even in ideal conditions like empty lots. It may start partially then a...

For 2026 RZ with native NACS port, charging at Tesla Superchargers uses Plug & Charge (no app initiation needed), but Lexus app required for wallet/setup. Owners report app crashes interrupting monito...

The 7-inch instrument cluster display has low resolution and poor graphics quality. Reviewers note it looks dated and blurry, lacking customization or map display.

The main touchscreen reflects bright sunlight, causing it to wash out and become hard to read.

In manual (M) shift mode, the vehicle requires constant paddle use and does not shift automatically.

The 360-degree perimeter scan backup camera has subpar graphics and resolution.

The traditional glove box is replaced by a knee heater, leaving no dedicated storage for manuals or registration.

Interior lacks premium Lexus touches like wood or real alloy trim, feeling only marginally better than Toyota bZ4X.

The dynamic sky roof panel frosts/defrosts but does not tilt open for cabin ventilation.

The RZ has only one wireless phone charger, unlike the dual setup in the Toyota bZ4X.

Doors take 3-5 seconds to unlock when touching the handle or pressing the key fob button.

Regenerative braking feels ineffective and captures little energy.

Backup camera lens collects water in rain, distorting the view and requiring manual wiping.

Apple CarPlay stops working due to weak signal or pairing issues with iPhone.

Android Auto fails after remote start with intermittent connectivity and audio cutouts.

Vehicle lacks built-in display for charging data, relying on unreliable app.

Limited to three DC fast charges per 24 hours, then throttled to Level 2 speeds.

Regen braking defaults to level 2 on every startup, requiring paddle adjustment.

Even at max regen level 4, vehicle slows only to 3-4 mph, requiring brakes to stop. Journalism confirms no true one-pedal driving.

Trip computer omits detailed trip info and shows inaccurate efficiency-based range estimates.

14-inch touchscreen icons are too small for safe use while driving.

Radiant knee heating panels provide minimal warmth, barely noticeable through clothing.

Shadeless or insufficiently opaque glass roof lets in excessive heat/light, overheating cabin and hurting range.

Panoramic roof's electrochromic opacity insufficiently blocks heat/light on hot days.

After an OTA software update, the Lexus RZ displays random requests for a 6-digit PIN without explanation, interrupting normal use even when everything functions fine.

Post-OTA update, the driving assist information indicator warning on the dashboard stays illuminated for 10 seconds instead of the usual 3 seconds.

Following an OTA update, the driver assistant warning off signal activates on the dashboard when shifting into reverse and lingers for a few seconds.

Lexus RZ OTA updates install automatically with no option to decline, as stated in owner notifications.

Owners fear OTA updates will overwrite customized range display settings that previously worked well.

A previous OTA range update caused problems for Lexus RZ vehicles equipped with heads-up displays (HUDs), eroding owner trust in further updates.

The Lexus RZ's Data Communication Module (DCM), app, and connected services collect extensive personal data including precise geolocation, driving behavior, biometric info, interior images, voice reco...

Lexus shares or sells collected personal information, including location and driving data, to third parties specifically for targeted advertising and marketing. This practice is disclosed in their pri...

Beyond vehicle data, Lexus gathers additional personal information from external sources like social media, public records, data brokers, and even friends or family.

Lexus retains identifiable driving data for up to 15 years and location data for up to 10 years, raising concerns about prolonged surveillance.

The Advance Drive System and Facial Recognition features use interior cameras and sensors to monitor and store driver biometrics like posture, facial scans, steering grip, and seatbelt usage, linked t...

Lexus has a history of security failures, including exposing location data of over 2 million users for 10 years.

Lexus cannot guarantee data deletion rights for all users globally, confirming it only for US users under CCPA.

Lexus can use location services to track and recover leased or financed vehicles if payment terms are breached.

Lexus shares collected data with third-party service providers including wireless carriers, emergency responders, and towing companies.

The Lexus RZ's Data Communication Module (DCM) enables remote features like app control and over-the-air updates. Owners report that Lexus reserves the right to remotely disable the DCM if the service...

Lexus connected services for the RZ, including remote capabilities, can be terminated by the company. They may end the service plan for any reason with 30 days notice or immediately for cause.

The Lexus app, used for remote vehicle control and monitoring, repeatedly shows the rear hatch as unlocked even after locking it, causing owners to worry it might open unexpectedly while driving.

The Lexus app, which displays vehicle battery status remotely, shows incorrect battery levels such as -1% when the car is actually at 78%.

The Lexus app inconsistently records or displays the vehicle's charging history, even when charging notifications work and the vehicle charges properly.

Owners report unspecified software glitches in the Lexus RZ 450e, occurring alongside issues like battery drain and charging problems.

The Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system provides a 360-degree view around the vehicle; a software glitch causes the rearview camera to freeze or fail to display when reversing.

The infotainment system integrates vehicle controls; it often requires a second press of the start button to engage Drive or Reverse.

Lexus requires an active Remote Connect subscription (after 3-year trial) for app-based remote start/preconditioning and lock/unlock features. Key fob provides lock/unlock but no remote start function...