Is the 2019 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 2019 Lexus NX?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus NX have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2019 Lexus NX

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2019 Lexus NX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:57:48.806Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 30
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Fuel/propulsion system

Complaints per year

2019: 30 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

37% · 11 reports

Service brakes

17% · 5 reports

INJURY

Show complaint excerpts

The 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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-21

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

I have attempted informing Lexus of this situation. To my knowledge, they have not pursued the case. On October 31, 2023, we brought our NX300 [XXX] ) in at 44,806 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-06

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

Excessive front pads wear: First replacement @13,000 miles. Second front pads replacement recommended @15,350 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-26

Forward collision avoidance

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

Power train

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing axle assembly.

Structure

7% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing body.

CRASH

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2025-03-12Fuel system, gasoline25V028000 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.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2019 Lexus NX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Fuel/propulsion system: 11 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 25V028000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2019 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 2019 Lexus NX?: The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 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.