Lexus NX Best and Worst Years (2015–2025)
Avoid the 2022, 2024, and 2025 Lexus NX, which carry complaint indexes of 80, 100, and 90 and the most recalls (2, 4, and 5). The 2016-2018 NX years score lowest on complaints (indexes 20, 10, 0) and are the best picks.
- Model years
- 11
- 2015–2025
- NHTSA complaints
- 243
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- Crashes reported
- 31
- Fires reported
- 4
- Top problem area
- Fuel System
NX Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Lexus NX problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Good | 40 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 | Fuel System | 25 | — |
| 2016 | Best | 20 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | Engine | 25 | — |
| 2017 | Best | 10 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | Collision Avoidance & Cameras | 24.5 | — |
| 2018 | Best | 0 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Fuel System | 24.5 | — |
| 2019 | Good | 30 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 1 | Fuel System | 24.5 | — |
| 2020 | Caution | 50 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Engine | 24.5 | — |
| 2021 | Caution | 60 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Visibility & Wipers | 24.5 | — |
| 2022 | Avoid | 80 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System | 28 | — |
| 2023 | Caution | 70 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 3 | Electrical System | 28 | — |
| 2024 | Avoid | 100 | 45 | 6 | 2 | 4 | Electrical System | 28 | — |
| 2025 | Avoid | 90 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 5 | Structure & Body | 28 | — |
NX years to avoid: what went wrong
2024 Lexus NX Index 100 · 45 complaints · 4 recalls
The 2024 NX has the highest complaint index in the lineup at 100 and 45 total complaints, ranking worst of all years. Electrical System problems dominate with 21 complaints (47% share) at a median mileage of 19,500. Owners described brake and collision-sensor malfunctions during accidents, a door fire, and an engine fire while parked. NHTSA logged 6 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries for this year, along with 4 recall campaigns covering cameras, Panoramic View Monitor software, and an airbag spiral cable.
2025 Lexus NX Index 90 · 18 complaints · 5 recalls
The 2025 NX carries a complaint index of 90, ranking second worst, with 18 total complaints. Structure & Body issues lead at 4 complaints (22% share, median mileage 3,000), tied with Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 4 complaints (22%). Owners reported unintended acceleration, a rear-view camera warning failure leading to a crash, uneven windshield wiper coverage, and a rear tire disintegrating on the freeway. This year has the most recalls of any NX model year, 5 total, including camera software and a seat belt webbing recall.
2022 Lexus NX Index 80 · 27 complaints · 2 recalls
The 2022 NX logged 27 complaints and a complaint index of 80, ranking third worst of the eleven model years. Electrical System issues led with 7 complaints (26% share), followed by Brakes at 5 complaints (19%). Owners reported door locks engaging unexpectedly after collisions and sudden acceleration while braking. NHTSA recorded 7 crashes tied to this year and 2 recall campaigns, both covering rearview camera and Panoramic View Monitor software. No median mileage at failure was reported for the top problem areas.
Most common Lexus NX problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Fuel System45 (19%)
- Other44 (18%)
- Engine42 (17%)
- Electrical System40 (16%)
- Brakes32 (13%)
- Structure & Body28 (12%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain19 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers16 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires12 (5%)
Frequently asked questions
- What year Lexus NX should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2022, 2024, and 2025 NX rank worst, with complaint indexes of 80, 100, and 90 respectively and 2, 4, and 5 recall campaigns.
- What is the best year for the Lexus NX?
- The 2016, 2017, and 2018 NX have the lowest complaint indexes (20, 10, and 0) and rank 9th, 10th, and 11th out of eleven model years, making them the best choices.
- Is the 2024 Lexus NX reliable?
- The 2024 NX has the highest complaint index (100) of any NX year, driven mainly by Electrical System complaints (21 of 45 total, 47% share) and 4 recall campaigns.
- Does the Lexus NX have recall issues?
- Across all years, NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the NX, with the 2025 model year alone carrying 5, including camera software and seat belt webbing recalls.
- What is the most common problem area on the Lexus NX?
- Across all model years, Fuel System complaints lead with 45 complaints (19% share), followed closely by Engine at 42 complaints (17%) and Electrical System at 40 complaints (16%).