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Lexus Nx problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Nx from 2015 to 2026: 249 owner complaints and 17 recalls across 12 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (45), 2019 (30), 2022 (27). Best fuel economy: 40 mpg combined (2026).

Lexus Nx
Photo: Wlb5V · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Other / unknown45
Fuel & propulsion39
Electrical38
Brakes28
Engine28
Transmission & drivetrain19
Body & structure19
Forward collision avoidance17

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201512632
201611732
201701131
201801631
201913031
202002131
202101731
202222739
202331639
202444539
202551839
20260540

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lexus Nx?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (45), 2019 (30), 2022 (27).

How many recalls has the Lexus Nx had?

Across 2015–2026, NHTSA lists 17 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).