Is the 2022 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 2022 Lexus NX?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus NX have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2022 Lexus NX

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2022 Lexus NX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:54.379Z

Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 28
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2022: 28 complaints

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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 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

7 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASHINJURY

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My car was hit from the back by another vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-10

Service brakes

5 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASHINJURY

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A 3 cars collision involves this vehicle accelerating while my mom was holding on to the brake pedal. She was pulling into our home driveway, when suddenly it accelerate and hit my sister Prius and my dad's Rav4. See photos.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-20

2022 Lexus NX 350h, VIN JTJGKCEZ6N2002622.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-22

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

Forward collision avoidance

4 of 28 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH

Wheels

2 of 28 total reports mention: wheels.

CRASH

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My front driver tire flew off as I was exiting the expressway 8-7-22.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-10

Visibility/wiper

2 of 28 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2025-12-05Back over prevention25V744000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.

Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06.

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2026-05-15Back over prevention26V162000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Date not on fileElectrical system26V687000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, and NX450h+ vehicles. The instrument panel cluster combination meter may fail to display certain warnings or indicators.

Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26LA10.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 Lexus NX — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 7 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 26V687000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V744000 · Back over prevention
Recall 26V162000 · Back over prevention

FAQ

Is the 2022 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 2022 Lexus NX?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus NX have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.