Last updated: 2026-10-10
2019 Lexus NX Reliability Report
The 2019 Lexus NX rates good for reliability, well above most 2019 SUVs, but owners report fuel system recall delays and hesitation from a stop.
Recalls
2
Complaints
41
Complaint Rate
7per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$551
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,750–$2,900
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Rates good and sits mid-pack among NX years, with two fuel system recalls and complaints about parts delays and hesitation from a stop.
Top Issues to Watch
- FUEL SYSTEM (10)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (10)
- SERVICE BRAKES (3)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2019 is 1 year after the facelift refresh.
- Year 5 in the First generation (AZ10; 2014) (2015–2021).
- Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
- 1st generation NX (US).
What this means for buyers
Post-refresh years tend to be among the most refined — updates have been applied and early kinks worked out.
2015: First generation (AZ10; 2014) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2018: Mid-Cycle Refresh
Updated features and styling tweaks.
2019: This Model Year
2019 is 1 year after the facelift refresh.
Should You Buy the 2019 Lexus NX?
Good, with one recurring worry. Among 2019 SUVs, this NX rates well above average for reliability. Within its own nine scored model years it sits in the middle. The 2018 rates about the same, and the 2020 rates better. It also earned 5 of 5 stars in federal crash testing.
The fuel system is where owners run into trouble. Federal recall records show two fuel system recalls, and many complaints are about dealers having no parts for the repair, sometimes with no arrival date. Most of those owners say the car had not failed. Others describe hesitation from a full stop: the car creeps for 5 to 10 seconds with the pedal down, then accelerates normally. Dealers often cannot reproduce it. One owner lost power while cruising, and the dealer found a failed low-pressure fuel pump. Front brake pads also wore out early, between 13,000 and 15,350 miles.
Ask for proof that both recalls were completed, and for brake service records. If you want fewer complaints and no recalls, look at the 2020.
Compared to the 2020 Lexus NX, which scored 5 points higher. See also the 2018 Lexus NX for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +Low recall count
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
Cons
- −FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM: Hesitation from a full stop is the most common symptom (10 complaints)
- −FUEL SYSTEM: Parts shortages for a recall repair make up most of these complaints (10 complaints)
Compare 2019 Lexus NX With
Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 2 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- FUEL SYSTEM (10)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (10)
Recall Overview
2
recalls on record
The 2019 Lexus NX carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
7
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 21.2
Safety Incidents
2
Crashes
0
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2019 Lexus NX Recall Details
2 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Lexus NX. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.
Buying a used 2019 Lexus NX? Check its history first
Fuel system problems lead owner complaints about the 2019 Lexus NX, and 2 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2019 Lexus NX NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 16.0%
Safety Technologies
Lexus NXRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$551
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
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.
This benchmark covers the Lexus NX model overall and is not specific to the 2019 model year.
- 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.
Explore Lexus NX depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com2019 Lexus NX Example Repair Prices
National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.
| Repair | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Clockspring Replacement | $1,037 – $1,094 |
| Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recover | $61 – $90 |
| Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing | $153 – $224 |
| Air Conditioning System Leak Inspection | $153 – $224 |
| Transmission Position Sensor Replacement | $322 – $386 |
| Headlight Bulb Replacement | $289 – $317 |
| Body Control System Diagnosis & Testing | $61 – $90 |
| Fuel Evaporative Canister Replacement | $707 – $771 |
| Horn Replacement | $395 – $509 |
| Intercooler Replacement | $1,069 – $1,368 |
Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
24–25 MPG
Running cost: $3,300–$3,450/yr
Fuel + repair
22 city / 27–28 hwy MPG
Hybrid
31 MPG
Running cost: $2,500/yr
Fuel + repair
33 city / 30 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2019 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 25 | $2,750 |
| NX 300 AWD 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,900 |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,900 |
Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD 2.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 33 | 30 | 31 | $1,950 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2019 Lexus NX.
Run the VIN through federal recall records and get dealer proof that any fuel pump or fuel system recall work is complete.
Accelerate from a full stop several times and watch for the car creeping slowly before it picks up speed.
Measure front brake pad thickness and check service records for how often the pads have been replaced.
Set and release the electric parking brake, then confirm cruise control engages and holds speed.
Inspect the windshield and sunroof glass closely for chips, star cracks, or spreading cracks.
Drive above 40 mph and check whether the driver side mirror shakes enough to blur the view.
Open and close the power liftgate several times with its power controls and confirm it works every time.
Let the warm engine idle and watch for a fluctuating idle, rough running, or a check engine light.
2019 Lexus NX Common Problems by Component
41 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
FUEL SYSTEM
10 complaintsParts shortages for a recall repair make up most of these complaints. Owners who got a fuel system recall notice say dealers had no parts to do the work, and some were given no date for when parts would arrive. Nearly all say the car had not actually failed, though some were uneasy driving it while they waited. One different report describes a fluctuating idle at a red light, a check engine light, misfire codes, and a dealer diagnosis of a faulty fuel injector.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
10 complaintsHesitation from a full stop is the most common symptom. The car creeps forward for roughly 5 to 10 seconds with the pedal pressed, then accelerates normally. It comes and goes, and dealers say they cannot fix what they cannot reproduce. Another report describes a sudden loss of power while cruising, with warning lights on, which the dealer traced to a failed low-pressure fuel pump. Many other complaints are about long waits for a fuel pump recall remedy and late notice. Owners worry that a stall at higher speed could cause a crash.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
6 complaintsGlass breakage is the main theme. Small windshield chips spread fast into long cracks, in one report reaching nearly 80% of the glass width overnight. A sunroof also shattered at highway speed with no debris or traffic nearby. Other reports describe a driver side mirror that shakes above about 40 mph and blurs the view, which a dealer called normal. A power liftgate that will not open except by hand is also reported.
SERVICE BRAKES (3 complaints)
SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaintsFront brake pads wear out early. Reports describe pads worn through at around 13,000 miles, and one owner was told to replace them again at 15,350 miles. A separate failure involves the left parking brake actuator, which stopped working at 44,806 miles and also disabled cruise control. That owner found the part was not covered because brakes are not listed in either the basic or powertrain warranty.
POWER TRAIN (2 complaints)
POWER TRAIN
2 complaintsA drive shaft comes loose from its mounting at low speed, with loud noise and the securing bolts apparently missing, leaving the car needing a tow. A separate report describes rough idle with an air-fuel ratio imbalance and a code for the system running too rich on bank 1. The repair for that problem reportedly requires removing the cylinder head. Both reports are single cases, so no clear mileage pattern shows up.
AIR BAGS (2 complaints)
AIR BAGS
2 complaintsSafety-relatedFailure to deploy in a side impact is the main concern here. In a crash at 40 mph where another car hit the driver's door, the bags stayed off and the driver suffered hip and head injuries. The second crash report describes the car suddenly speeding up at about 25 mph and hitting a tree. That report describes unintended acceleration and does not mention the air bags.
VISIBILITY/WIPER (1 complaints)
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaintTHERE IS A REFLECTION ON THE INSIDE OF FRONT WINDOW SHIELD FROM THE SILVER TRIM THAT SURROUNDS THE DASHBOARD MEDIA SCREEN...IF THE SUN IS SHINING OR AT NIGHT THERE IS NO PROBLEM. THIS REFLECTION IS VERY ANNOYING AND TAKES ATTENTION AWAY FROM DRIVING SAFELY. I MENTIONED THIS TO AN EMPLOYEE AT THE DEALERSHIP AND HE REPLIED...YES I ALSO HAVE A NEW NX AND I SEE IT BUT IT DOESN'T BOTHER ME!! IT SURE BOTHERS ME.
WHEELS (1 complaints)
WHEELS
1 complaintWe bought used 2019 Lexus NX 300 with 11573 miles Lexus dealer salesman said the car was still under warranty Before delivery to customer Lexus dealer did performed 161points of service such as : electrical same as mechanical components on entirely of the car and it s/ b working properly without any problems In the past over two years I’ve continued to bring the car back for service Last year I did question ask some service manager about these squeaking noise when driving on the road and they did responded it’s normal ( four original tires are comes with my 2019 Lexus SUV )last time I discovered about two tires brand Dunlop ST 30 size : 225/65R17 -102H show numbers of cracked along to side of the tires and I did mentioned with Lexus dealer but they said its normal and not warranty In the list 161 points of Lexus certified PDF under pages 5 of 6 Section : Hoist items# 114 mention about this condition was covered from Lexus I’ve been trying to work out with them in fact I did contact with two Lexus dealers at Westminster and Riverside city without any luck and only received with “ a runaround “ answers My 2019 Lexus NX 300 shows with 26705 on odometer and I need to report to NHTSA about an unsafe and dangerous issues and prevent it happens in the future customers Thanks for help and let me know if you need more information
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) (1 complaints)
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaintTHE LEXUS NX 300 F SPORT HAS BEEN AN EXTREMELY FRIGHTENING EXPERIENCE. THE COLLUSION SYSTEM HAS PLACE MY FAMILY AS WELL AS MYSELF IN IMMEDIATE DANGER TO THE POINT THAT I DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS BRAKED UNEXPECTEDLY ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON BACK ROADS WITH NO ONE IN FRONT OF ME. IT HAS ALMOST CAUSED NUMEROUS ACCIDENTS . WE HAVE HAD THIS LEASE FOR ONE YEAR AND 9 MONTHS AND THE PROBLEM STARTED AT 15,000 MILES AND HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN 7 TIMES MOST IMPORTANTLY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSE A PILE UP ON THE HIGHWAY. WE HAVE SPOKEN TO OUR DESIGNATED LEXUS DEALERSHIP EACH TIME AND BECAUSE THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE ISSUE DURING THEIR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING THEY CONTINUE TO PUSH US AWAY. WE HAVE ALSO REACHED OUT TO THE GENERAL SALES MANAGER AND DUE TO A FAULTY CAR THAT WE WERE GIVEN THEY HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY UNPROFESSIONAL. MY HUSBAND AND I ALSO REACHED OUT TO LEXUS CORPORATE AND THEY STATE THAT ON THE SERVICE DOCUMENTATION NOT ONCE HAVE THEY STATED THAT DIAGNOSTIC TESTING HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED, WHICH SHOWS THE REGARD FOR OUR SAFETY IS NOT A PRIORITY . MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE TRIED TO WORK THIS ISSUE OUT IN HOUSE, BUT NOW WE HAVE DECIDED TO EXERCISE OUR CONSUMER RIGHTS AS A CUSTOMER. WE ARE EXTREMELY DISSATISFIED AND THIS CAR NEEDS TO BE TAKEN OF THE ROAD AS OUR LIVES HAVE BEEN IN DANGER AND THE VEHICLE IS TRULY UNSAFE.
SUSPENSION (1 complaints)
SUSPENSION
1 complaintSLIGHT PULL/DRIFT TO THE RIGHT A CONSTANT PULL TO THE RIGHT. I'VE DONE ALIGNMENT DONE, NO ISSUES FOUND WITH ALIGNMENT
When Do 2019 Lexus NX Problems Start?
Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.
Best & Worst Lexus NX Years
Best Lexus NX Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreLexus 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
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| 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 |
Lexus NX Reliability Compared to Other Years
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Don’t buy a 2019 Lexus NX without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2019 Lexus NX
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2019 Lexus NX does best on how many systems draw complaints (85/100) and worst on complaint severity (68/100). 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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