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2025 Lexus NX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 18 complaints on file for the 2025 Lexus NX — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 5 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

18

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

0

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other NX years?

NX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted56 complaints2015: 31 complaints2016: 22 complaints2017: 18 complaints2018: 23 complaints2019: 42 complaints2020: 20 complaints2021: 26 complaints2022: 34 complaints2023: 16 complaints2024: 56 complaints2025: 18 complaints2026: 3 complaints
NX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Lexus NX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels528%
Other317%
Driver Assistance211%
Body & Structure211%
Speed Control16%
Airbags16%
Visibility & Wipers16%
Brakes16%
Electrical System16%
Latches & Locks16%

Does the 2025 Lexus NX have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V162000Driver AssistanceMarch 18, 2026 · 144,200 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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.

25V744000Driver AssistanceOctober 30, 2025 · 1,024,407 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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.

25V059000Seat BeltsFebruary 6, 2025 · 40,922 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, 2024-2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, and RX500 Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center seat belt webbing may be damaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Consequence

A damaged seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the seat belt webbing and replace the seat belt assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA03 and 25LA03.

24V911000Tires & WheelsDecember 5, 2024 · 70 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.

Consequence

A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak, reducing brake performance and increasing the distance required to stop the vehicle. Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA14 and 24LA08.

24V482000SeatsJune 27, 2024 · 11,418 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Lexus RX 350, RX 350h, 2024-2025 NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h vehicles. The head restraints on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadvertently removed without pressing the lock release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 202, "Head Restraints."

Consequence

A head restraint that is inadvertently removed and not reinstalled can increase the risk of injury during a rear-end crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat head rest assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24LB06 and 24LA06.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“My vehicle has 11,407 miles on it and all 20 of my lug bolts are rusted. It has been brought to the attention of the dealership and Lexus and their only answer is that Lexus is working on a solution. I can see the outside of the bolt but can not see the bolt that bolt that is attached to the wheel…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 19, 2025

“The car 2025 Lexus NX350) hydroplanes on wet roads at normal highway speeds. Last week, my wife hydroplaned into an adjacent lane on I40 in Nashville and could have been injured or worse. The tires that were delivered on the car (Bridgestone Alenza) make it unsafe to drive in wet weather. The issue…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 10, 2025

“My wife was backing out of a parking space and her car did not give a warning nor did it stop as she hit another parked car. Damage to both cars was substantial and if the car was operating properly she should NOT have been able to hit another car in the manner she did. The car has been recalled…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · August 8, 2025 · crash

“The contact owns a 2025 Lexus NX 350h. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed through snow, there was snow entering the vehicle through the door jambs. The contact stated that after the snow melted, the water would accumulate inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 3, 2025

“The contact owns a 2025 Lexus NX 250. The contact stated that while parking in a disabled spot, going forward, the vehicle struck a handicap post during an unintended acceleration, which then crashed into the parked vehicle in front before the contact was able to shift the vehicle into park. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · January 2, 2026 · crash

2025 Lexus NX — common questions

Is the 2025 Lexus NX reliable?

The record is thin — 18 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 5 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2025 NX problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (5 complaints), other (3 complaints), body & structure (2 complaints).

Does the 2025 Lexus NX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Lexus NX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus NX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the NX years to avoid are 2024, 2019, 2022. The cleanest record among NX years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.