2015 Lexus NX
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 18 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 26 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 26 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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While I was driving on the highway in cruise control, my car suddenly broke the cruise setting, slowed down, and the check engine light turned on. I pulled over and the car would not accelerate to over about 15-20 mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19
Air bags
4 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.
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Brakes locked up while driving on the freeway, causing collision with another car and freeway guard rail. CHP report taken. AAA auto insurance does not seem interested in investigating manufacturing defect problems/issues.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-04
Also filed under Service brakes
Bad head on collision and my airbags didn't deploy, seatbelt didn't keep me from pounding my face into wheel my car and other both are a total loss city street driving straight . Currently in insurance company hands can get pictures.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-04
Also filed under Seat belts
Airbag sensor recall don't have part in stock at dealership recall no 18V-085
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-26
Service brakes
4 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine
3 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
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I purchased this vehicle in 2015 - it has been dealer serviced and has never been in an accident. At just under 90,000 miles on the odometer, a major fluid leak started.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-03
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-03-30Air bags18V085000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Lexus NX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V085000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2015 Lexus NX reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus NX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus NX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.