2026 Lexus NX recalls & problems
The 2026 Lexus NX has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 6 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is vehicle speed control (2 complaints).

Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2026 Lexus NX.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
Crash test ratings


2026 LEXUS NX 350 SUV N/A AWD
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | Not Rated |
Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard
2026 LEXUS NX 350H SUV HEV AWD
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | Not Rated |
Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard
2026 LEXUS NX 350H SUV HEV FWD
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | Not Rated |
Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard
2026 LEXUS NX 450H+ SUV PHEV AWD
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | Not Rated |
| Side crash | Not Rated |
| Rollover | Not Rated |
Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.
Fuel economy
NX 350h Hybrid
| City / highway | 42 / 38 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel
NX 350h AWD Hybrid
| City / highway | 41 / 37 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel
NX 350 AWD
| City / highway | 21 / 28 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,400/year to fuel
NX 350 AWD F Sport
| City / highway | 21 / 28 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,400/year to fuel
EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | — |
| Electrical system | 2 | — |
| Unknown or other | 2 | — |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | — |
| Forward collision avoidance Automatic emergency braking | 1 | — |
| Visibility Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Condensor/evaporator | 1 | — |
| Service brakes | 1 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Oct 8, 2026Service brakes
I was driving on a surface road at approximately 30mph when my vehicle suddenly hit the brakes and came to a complete stop for no reason. After turning the vehicle off and restarting it, several error messages came up on the dashboard and the vehicle would not go into neutral or any other gear. - Aug 7, 2026Unknown or other
I had a trip from Las Vegas to Scottsdale in 110 degree temperature and I live in Las Vegas so these temperatures are normal for this part of the country. Some where along the road a very small pebble hit the air condenser and put a tiny hole in it which leaked out all the Freon. There was not warning light we just ended up with no AC. This issue is happening to 2025 and 2026 models. You google Lexus Air Condenser issue and the entries of issues are many. Lexus is not recalling this - saying it is a road hazard. Owners are trying to install mesh to protect the Air Condenser but find it can collect debris or interfere with the safety cameras. I feel there needs to be a recall for safety… - Jul 23, 2026Unknown or other
The sun roof suddenly shattered while driving at a high rate of speed on the freeway. A large chunk of glass broke upward and sprayed cars behind me. Shards of glass fell into the passenger area. The was a large bank and whoosh of air startling the driver. - Aug 7, 2026 · 1,200 milesVisibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Condensor/evaporator
The contact owns a 2026 Lexus NX 350H. The contact stated that the A/C unit failed to operate during extremely hot weather. A diagnostic test by the dealer determined that there was a hole in the condenser, which caused the refrigerant to leak. The manufacturer declined to help with covering the repair of the vehicle under warranty. The manufacturer attributed the damages to outside debris. Upon further inspection, the owner discovered that the A/C condenser protective shield was composed of thin metal, which failed to adequately guard the condenser against road debris. The vehicle had since been repaired. The failure mileage was 1,200. - Jul 1, 2026 · 500 milesElectrical system
The contact owns a 2026 Lexus NX 350. The contact stated that the instrument panel was extremely dim. The vehicle was equipped with a toggle for brightness. The contact stated that with the toggle set to max brightness, the instrument panel failed to provide adequate illumination. The contact stated that the failure was a hazard while driving. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was inspected, and the contact was informed that the instrument panel was operating as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 500. - Feb 6, 2026 · crashVehicle speed control
I was stopped at Starbucks in a small business area. I needed to make a sharp left turn to get out of there to get back on the highway, I would typically go very slow as to not hit any parked cars etc. As soon as I went forward the car took off so fast I put both feet on the brakes. The car usually sets alarms off for everything! I looked for somewhere I could go to each side so as not to go on the highway. There was nowhere. I was going so fast at this point I was afraid to turn. I went straight across and hit an oncoming car. I then hit a cement planted area for bushes in the parking lot. It was about 6" high. My car hit two sides of the planter. That is the point it stopped. Still no…
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.