AI Damage2023 Lexus UX: common problems
The maker issued 53 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 53
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · hybrid · 4 cyl
- CVT
Drive: FWD, AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 19 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Communication. Infotainment, telematics, antennas after body repair.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026
This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
- Some ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs
This can lead to accidental use of the wrong repair manual when diagnosing these type of DTCs.
- Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™
The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard™. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal…
- The table below describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the…
The table below describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
- SECOND KEY DELIVERY PROGRAM 23LJ01 Multiple Models and Model Years Second Key Delivery Program Frequently…
- The supply of Smart Keys available for Lexus vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select…
The supply of Smart Keys available for Lexus vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles…
- The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to…
The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1)…
- Some 2021 – 2024 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, RX 350, RX 350h, RX 500h, UX 200, and UX 250h…
Some 2021 – 2024 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, RX 350, RX 350h, RX 500h, UX 200, and UX 250h vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched noise coming from the front HVAC blower motor while operating the air conditioner…
- The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated…
The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a…
Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The…
- Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a…
Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition…
NHTSA lists 53 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Lexus UX?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 53 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Lexus UX?
NHTSA lists 53 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Lexus UX from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.