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2022 Lexus NX Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

80/100

#3 most-complained of 11 NX years

The 2022 Lexus NX ranks 3rd worst of 11 model years with a Complaint Index of 80 and 27 NHTSA complaints, 7 involving crashes. Electrical System problems lead at 26% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 19%. Two recalls, both camera-related, apply to this year.

Complaints
27
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
7 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
28
25.5 city / 32.5 hwy

Top 2022 Lexus NX problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other9 (33%)
  2. Electrical System7 (26%)
  3. Brakes5 (19%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (11%)
  5. Structure & Body3 (11%)
  6. Lane Departure2 (7%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (7%)
  8. Visibility & Wipers2 (7%)
  9. Engine1 (4%)

What owners report

  • Doors lock automatically and cannot be opened with the key card after a collision, requiring a manual interior handle release.
  • Sudden unintended acceleration reported while foot was on the brake pedal, leading to low-speed collisions.
  • Front wheel and tire detached from the vehicle while exiting a highway, striking another vehicle's windshield.
  • Driver's side mirror vibrates or shakes excessively, blurring reflected lights and making it hard to judge distance to other vehicles.
  • Auxiliary battery failure causes the electric door locks to malfunction, locking occupants inside the car.
  • Driver's seat sits crooked and off-center despite being confirmed as properly bolted by the dealership.
2022 Lexus NX complaints: complaints filed per month3Sep 2022Mar 2023Nov 2023May 2024Sep 2025Mar 2026
34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2023 (3).

2022 Lexus NX recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V162000Mar 18, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras144,200 vehicles

    Back over prevention:software

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB02 and 26LA02.

  2. NHTSA 25V744000Oct 30, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,024,407 vehicles

    Back over prevention:display function

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

2022 Lexus NX fuel economy and fuel cost

City
25.5 MPG
Highway
32.5 MPG
Combined
28 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,300
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other NX years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Caution5021024.5
2021Caution6017024.5
2022Avoid8027228
2023Caution7015328
2024Avoid10045428

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Lexus NX reliable?
NHTSA lists 27 complaints for the 2022 NX with a Complaint Index of 80, ranking it 3rd worst among the 11 model years with data, so it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other NX years.
What is the top problem area for the 2022 Lexus NX?
Electrical System issues make up 26% of complaints (7 of 27), including auxiliary battery failures that lock occupants inside the vehicle.
Does the 2022 Lexus NX have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 NX, both related to Collision Avoidance & Cameras, covering rearview camera display issues and Panoramic View Monitor software.
How does the 2022 NX compare to other Lexus NX years?
The 2022 NX has a Complaint Index of 80, worse than 2015-2021 model years (Complaint Index 0-60) but better than 2024 (100) and close to 2025 (90).
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Lexus NX?
The 2022 NX is EPA-rated at 28 mpg combined (25.5 city / 32.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,300.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.