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2021 Lexus RX Safety Ratings

4 stars overall in NHTSA crash tests · 7 versions tested, tap one to see details

Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover
16.7% rollover risk

2021 Lexus RX 350L SUV AWD

Mpv · 4,481 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.7% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 350L SUV AWD (version 2)

Mpv · 4,376 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.7% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 350L SUV FWD

Mpv · 4,481 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.7% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 350L SUV FWD (version 2)

Mpv · 4,376 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover18.2% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 450H SUV AWD

Mpv · 4,481 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.4% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 450HL SUV AWD

Mpv · 4,481 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.7% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: standard
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

2021 Lexus RX 450HL SUV AWD (version 2)

Mpv · 4,376 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover16.7% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Knee air bags: standard
  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: standard
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard
  • Automatic crash notification: standard

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 2021 Lexus RX safety rating?
The 2021 Lexus RX earned 4 stars overall in NHTSA testing, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test, 5 stars in the side crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
What is the 2021 Lexus RX rollover risk?
NHTSA estimates a 16.7% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash for the best rated version, which earns 4 stars for rollover.
Does the 2021 Lexus RX have recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lexus RX. Open the recalls tab above to see each one and its free repair.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) · Last updated 10/22/2026