Lexus Recalls 144,000 SUVs In The United States

Toyota is recalling more than 140,000 vehicles in the United States over a potential issue with rearview camera systems.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles may fail to display a rearview camera image when shifted into reverse. If the camera feed does not appear as expected, drivers could have reduced visibility behind the vehicle, raising the likelihood of a collision.

The recall covers several recent Lexus crossovers and SUVs, including: Lexus NX250 and NX350 built between 2022 and 2025, RX350s from 2023 to 2026, and TX350s from 2023 to 2026.

The issue is a combination of the vehicle’s multimedia system and an in-cabin USB charging unit. The infotainment system is responsible for displaying the rearview camera feed when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, but under certain conditions, that system may fail to initialize properly and will display a blank screen.

The root cause comes down to how the USB charger handles voltage—this unit does not include a capacitor to stabilize voltage drops.

If the vehicle is running and the ignition is quickly cycled off and back on—within roughly eight seconds—the voltage dip that occurs during engine cranking can interrupt the multimedia system’s startup sequence. When that happens, the backup camera may fail to load, leaving drivers with a blank screen when reversing.

Toyota says dealers will address the issue free of charge, either by updating the vehicle’s software or replacing the rearview camera if necessary.

Owner notifications are expected to follow, and affected drivers are encouraged to contact their local dealership for more information once recall repairs are available.

Rearview cameras have been mandatory on all new vehicles sold in the U.S. since 2018, so any issue with one means the vehicles fall out of federal compliance. When they fail to operate correctly, even routine maneuvers like backing out of a driveway or parking space can become more difficult for people who don't use their mirrors.

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