2026 Lexus NX
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 5 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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I was stopped at Starbucks in a small business area. I needed to make a sharp left turn to get out of there to get back on the highway, I would typically go very slow as to not hit any parked cars etc.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-18
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and forward collision avoidance
Electrical system
2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I was driving on a surface road at approximately 30mph when my vehicle suddenly hit the brakes and came to a complete stop for no reason.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-10
Also filed under Service brakes
The contact owns a 2026 Lexus NX 350. The contact stated that the instrument panel was extremely dim. The vehicle was equipped with a toggle for brightness.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 5 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2026 Lexus NX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2026 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 2026 Lexus NX?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus NX have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.