Last updated: 2026-10-10
Lexus NX Reliability by Year
Lexus NX reliability is good and well above most SUVs. See what breaks, which model years to favor, and what to check before you buy one used.
Lexus NX Reliability Overview
Used NX models hold up well and rank well above average among compact SUVs, with 2021 the year to pick. The most serious owner reports involve fuel pump failures that stall the engine without warning, and sudden acceleration where the brakes do not stop the car. Check 2024 closely, since it draws far more complaints than any other year.
Current generation: 2nd gen (2022–2023).
Best & Worst Lexus NX Years
Best Lexus NX Years to Buy
Based on reliability index score2021 has an excellent reliability standing and no recalls, and it has been on the road long enough for its record to mean something. The 2022 through 2024 years carry 10 to 14 recalls each, and 2024 has far more complaints, including 8 fire reports. 2021's complaints are modest by comparison.
Lexus NX Years to Avoid
No Lexus NX years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 75 and 88 across 9 scored model years.
Lexus NX Reliability Score Trend
Lexus NX reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 79/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 79/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 88/100 | Excellent |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2026 Lexus NX
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Top-ranked of the nine scored years, with an excellent standing and no owner complaints or recalls on file so far.
2025 Lexus NX
7 recalls · 13 complaints
Early lug bolt rust, a warped windshield view and seven recalls leave it among the weaker NX years.
2024 Lexus NX
14 recalls · 129 complaints
Above average among 2024 SUVs, but one of the weaker NX years, with 12V battery drains and power loss reports on the 450h+ plug-in hybrid.
2023 Lexus NX
10 recalls · 27 complaints
Last year of the second generation, with good reliability, a light complaint load, and no-start electrical problems as the main concern.
2022 Lexus NX
13 recalls · 19 complaints
The weakest scored NX year, with 13 recalls and a reported unintended-acceleration crash, though it still rates good against other 2022 SUVs.
2021 Lexus NX
0 recalls · 30 complaints
Last year of the first generation, with excellent reliability, no recalls, and a lower complaint count than the 2022, which has 13 recalls.
2020 Lexus NX
0 recalls · 26 complaints
Rates excellent with no recalls and fewer complaints than 2019, though shattering sunroof glass and fuel-system power loss show up in owner reports.
2019 Lexus NX
2 recalls · 41 complaints
Rates good and sits mid-pack among NX years, with two fuel system recalls and complaints about parts delays and hesitation from a stop.
2018 Lexus NX
1 recalls · 36 complaints
Good standing in the middle of the NX range, with one fuel system recall and owner reports of fuel pump stalls and low-speed acceleration.
Found Your Lexus NX? Check Its History
Electrical system (4) problems come up most in Lexus NX owner complaints, and 47 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Lexus NX Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
4/5
Lexus NX Resale Value
The Lexus NX is estimated to retain about 65.8% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
- Value Retained
- 65.8%
- Depreciation
- 34.2%
- Listings Analyzed
- 113
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Lexus NX?
- 2021 is the site's pick. It has an excellent reliability standing, no recalls, and a modest number of owner complaints for a year that has been on the road a while. 2020 also rates excellent with no recalls. 2026 rates well but is too new to judge.
- Is the Lexus NX reliable long term?
- Yes, overall. Its standing is good, and it ranks well above average among SUVs on the site. Every year from 2018 to 2021 rates good or excellent. The long-term worry in owner complaints is fuel pump failure, including one report of a replacement pump failing on a very high-mileage car.
- What are the most common Lexus NX problems?
- Owner complaints center on four areas: the electrical system, the fuel and propulsion system, the gasoline fuel system, and service brakes. The symptoms that matter most are engine stalls with no warning, fuel pump failure, and brakes that fail to stop the car during sudden low-speed acceleration.
- Does the Lexus NX stall?
- Some owners say it does. Reports describe fuel pump failure that cuts power, triggers limp mode, and stalls the car, sometimes at highway speed. One report cites code P0087, and another says the failure returned after the pump was replaced. Ask for fuel pump service records before buying.
- What should I check on a used 2021 Lexus NX?
- Check the glass, the electrical system, and the brakes. Owners report side mirror and sunroof glass breaking with no clear cause, a vibrating driver's side mirror, warning lights and corrosion or water intrusion signs, and cracking brake noises that dealers could not trace. Test everything on a long drive.
How we score the Lexus NX
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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