Lexus UX reliability
The Lexus UX fails its MOT less often than most cars up to 5 years old: 5.7% of 7,614 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
4 DVSA recalls for the Lexus UX
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Parking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
For certain vehicles equipped with a Parking Assist ECU a component of the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system that displays the rear view image the software may cause the rear view image to freeze or not display
Fix: Reprogram the parking assist ECU.
Recalled models: UX · 1,388 vehicles
Camera Replacement on Multiple Models
Due to insufficient laser welding of the camera case at the supplier during a specific production period there is a possibility that the camera case may separate when exposed to external stress over time allowing water to leak into the camera. If this occurs the circuit inside the camera can short leading to an inability to display an image of the area in front of and/or behind the vehicle.
Fix: Inspect camera and replace if necessary.
Recalled models: LEXUS UX · 2,238 vehicles
Due to the software programming for the DCM memory capacity there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable.
On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations.
Fix: The software of the DCM (Data Communication Module) will be updated via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Recalled models: LEXUS UX · 4,261 vehicles
The emergency calling system may not be enabled
There is a possibility that the emergency calling system has not been activated.
Fix: Inspect and activate the emergency call system if necessary.
Recalled models: LEXUS UX · 1,201 vehicles
Checking a Lexus UX before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.