FaultScore report
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the 2019 Lexus NX with NHTSA between 2020 and 2026. The largest single group is the fuel & propulsion. Across this model's run it ranks 2 of 11 worst.
FaultScore 74/100
Higher is worse. Measured against the other years of the Lexus NX.
How this is worked out43
Complaints
3
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
11,730 mi
Median mileage at failure
Half of reported failures happened before this
88%
Failed under 36,000 miles
Inside a typical bumper-to-bumper warranty
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
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Every complaint is filed against a part. Follow any row for the complaints about that part alone.
Median failure at 13,780 miles
Median failure at 35,000 miles
Median failure at 69,377 miles
1 crashes, 0 fires · median 7,400 mi
Median failure at 7,400 miles
Median failure at 15,000 miles
1 crashes, 0 fires
Median failure at 800 miles
Median failure at 35,000 miles
1 crashes, 0 fires
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all complaints include one.
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single owner can see from inside their own car.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
AIR BAGS
While driving at about 25 miles an hour my car suddenly sped up. I was approaching a very busy street Afraid it would collide with another. vehicle I quickly turned left and crashed into a tree on the medium.
NHTSA complaint #11420523 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
While driving at about 25 miles an hour my car suddenly sped up. I was approaching a very busy street Afraid it would collide with another. vehicle I quickly turned left and crashed into a tree on the medium.
NHTSA complaint #11420523 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
STRUCTURE:BODY
While driving at about 25 miles an hour my car suddenly sped up. I was approaching a very busy street Afraid it would collide with another. vehicle I quickly turned left and crashed into a tree on the medium.
NHTSA complaint #11420523 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SERVICE BRAKES
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. 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.
NHTSA complaint #11365596 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
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. 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.
NHTSA complaint #11365596 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX-300H. The contact stated that while driving uphill at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was coolant leaking into the engine block and that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V064000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,755.
NHTSA complaint #11755344 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While the car was idled at a stop light, the warning "reduce engine powere appeared". I took the car to the vehicle and learned this was linked to code P125d71 for fuel pump valve control- a known recall
NHTSA complaint #11731988 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
In heavy rain situations I get an error message stating all front active safety systems (forward collision warning, etc.) do not work. The error states to clean or clear the front sensors of the vehicle. There is nothing blocking the sensors but in heavy weather these situations become much more important. Lexus states this is normal when heavy water situations come into play. I understand for going through flood waters but I don't believe it should be in heavy rain. I feel this is a major safety hazard that should come with warnings.
NHTSA complaint #11728970 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
In heavy rain situations I get an error message stating all front active safety systems (forward collision warning, etc.) do not work. The error states to clean or clear the front sensors of the vehicle. There is nothing blocking the sensors but in heavy weather these situations become much more important. Lexus states this is normal when heavy water situations come into play. I understand for going through flood waters but I don't believe it should be in heavy rain. I feel this is a major safety hazard that should come with warnings.
NHTSA complaint #11728970 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
In heavy rain situations I get an error message stating all front active safety systems (forward collision warning, etc.) do not work. The error states to clean or clear the front sensors of the vehicle. There is nothing blocking the sensors but in heavy weather these situations become much more important. Lexus states this is normal when heavy water situations come into play. I understand for going through flood waters but I don't believe it should be in heavy rain. I feel this is a major safety hazard that should come with warnings.
NHTSA complaint #11728970 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Car was running normally and going at 50mph then all of a sudden car abruptly lost power and went to 10mph and dashboard lit up. Very scary as we also had our kids in the car--I can only imagine how dangerous this would have been if we had been on the highway going 70mph. Dealer diagnosed with low pressure fuel pump being bad. Lexus paid for the repair due to some lawsuit settlement but these cars should be recalled due to sudden loss in power!!
NHTSA complaint #11717203 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
During heavy wind driven rain the front sensors start to show errors on the screen. These errors cause the the advance safety systems and parking sensors to deactivate. The warnings state to clean the sensors. Sometimes stopping the vehicle and turning off and on the ignition seems to resent but it does happen again. Usually this takes about 30 minutes of heavy rain to cause the. All other functions of the vehicle work but most safety systems appear to deactivate because of the sensors. This should not happen during a time when the systems are most needed.
NHTSA complaint #11698895 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
During heavy wind driven rain the front sensors start to show errors on the screen. These errors cause the the advance safety systems and parking sensors to deactivate. The warnings state to clean the sensors. Sometimes stopping the vehicle and turning off and on the ignition seems to resent but it does happen again. Usually this takes about 30 minutes of heavy rain to cause the. All other functions of the vehicle work but most safety systems appear to deactivate because of the sensors. This should not happen during a time when the systems are most needed.
NHTSA complaint #11698895 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
During heavy wind driven rain the front sensors start to show errors on the screen. These errors cause the the advance safety systems and parking sensors to deactivate. The warnings state to clean the sensors. Sometimes stopping the vehicle and turning off and on the ignition seems to resent but it does happen again. Usually this takes about 30 minutes of heavy rain to cause the. All other functions of the vehicle work but most safety systems appear to deactivate because of the sensors. This should not happen during a time when the systems are most needed.
NHTSA complaint #11698895 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Trunk is defective. Trunk will not open unless it is manually opened, which is hard because it is powered. If there is an accident and a person needs to escape, they would be stuck inside due to these defective trunks. Many others are experiencing this issue online.
NHTSA complaint #11697274 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX 300. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the RPM started to fluctuate. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the mechanic retrieved DTC: P0300 and P11EF. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the fuel injector was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V028000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.
NHTSA complaint #11691936 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
STEERING
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX300. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine and the engine was idling rough. The contact heard a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel while driving at speeds of approximately 10 MPH or slower and when turning the steering wheel. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: L-SB-007-21; NHTSA ID Number: 11003637 (Engine). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with a misfire. The dealer also diagnosed the vehicle with the front axle failure. The contact was informed that the front axle needed to be replaced. The front axle was replaced; however, the sound persisted. The vehicle engine was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
NHTSA complaint #11664791 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX300. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine and the engine was idling rough. The contact heard a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel while driving at speeds of approximately 10 MPH or slower and when turning the steering wheel. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: L-SB-007-21; NHTSA ID Number: 11003637 (Engine). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with a misfire. The dealer also diagnosed the vehicle with the front axle failure. The contact was informed that the front axle needed to be replaced. The front axle was replaced; however, the sound persisted. The vehicle engine was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
NHTSA complaint #11664791 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX300. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine and the engine was idling rough. The contact heard a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel while driving at speeds of approximately 10 MPH or slower and when turning the steering wheel. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: L-SB-007-21; NHTSA ID Number: 11003637 (Engine). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with a misfire. The dealer also diagnosed the vehicle with the front axle failure. The contact was informed that the front axle needed to be replaced. The front axle was replaced; however, the sound persisted. The vehicle engine was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
NHTSA complaint #11664791 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
POWER TRAIN
Air fuel imbalance. Air fuel ratio Imbalance. Rough idling. System too rich bank 1. Requires cylinder head removal. Other VIN#'s recalled; however, my vin # was not accounted for though experiencing the exact issues and codes.
NHTSA complaint #11646777 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ENGINE
Air fuel imbalance. Air fuel ratio Imbalance. Rough idling. System too rich bank 1. Requires cylinder head removal. Other VIN#'s recalled; however, my vin # was not accounted for though experiencing the exact issues and codes.
NHTSA complaint #11646777 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SERVICE BRAKES
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. The left parking brake actuator was inoperative (also rendering the cruise control inoperative). To get to the dealership from Ormond Beach, I removed the appropriate fuses to avoid any undesired operation from the unit. I was hoping any problems would be covered by warranty—it had under 50,000 miles. The Basic Warranty had expired. The Powertrain Warranty was still in effect. Strangely, brakes are not listed in either warranty. This was definitely NOT a wear and tear item. After inspection by Lexus mechanic, the failed actuator would not and could not be covered by warranty. The ‘out-the-door’ cost was $1371.43 (RO# [XXX]). I asked for the old part, which I still have. There is an extreme manufacturing defect I found. Lexus charged $997.63 for the part. The same EXACT part is available online for $37.70---OEM is $189.00. I understand price markup is required for any business, but over 500% may be a bit excessive. I was truly shocked by what I had found within the sealed actuator. The why and how the actuator actually failed is blatantly obvious and could be a serious safety hazard for anyone driving a car with this type actuator that was manufactured in and around the same time as this one. The motor within the unit is held in place by 3 torx head screws which (all three) were completely unscrewed and were rattling above their appropriate threaded hole. Each screw has little or no threadlocker (Loctite) on the threads. The compression ring on top of each threaded hole is not compressed. This indicates the screws were never torqued to the proper specifications during manufacture. I believe there is a possibility of a brake malfunction due to manufacturer's defect in the brake actuator part. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11629251 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
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. The left parking brake actuator was inoperative (also rendering the cruise control inoperative). To get to the dealership from Ormond Beach, I removed the appropriate fuses to avoid any undesired operation from the unit. I was hoping any problems would be covered by warranty—it had under 50,000 miles. The Basic Warranty had expired. The Powertrain Warranty was still in effect. Strangely, brakes are not listed in either warranty. This was definitely NOT a wear and tear item. After inspection by Lexus mechanic, the failed actuator would not and could not be covered by warranty. The ‘out-the-door’ cost was $1371.43 (RO# [XXX]). I asked for the old part, which I still have. There is an extreme manufacturing defect I found. Lexus charged $997.63 for the part. The same EXACT part is available online for $37.70---OEM is $189.00. I understand price markup is required for any business, but over 500% may be a bit excessive. I was truly shocked by what I had found within the sealed actuator. The why and how the actuator actually failed is blatantly obvious and could be a serious safety hazard for anyone driving a car with this type actuator that was manufactured in and around the same time as this one. The motor within the unit is held in place by 3 torx head screws which (all three) were completely unscrewed and were rattling above their appropriate threaded hole. Each screw has little or no threadlocker (Loctite) on the threads. The compression ring on top of each threaded hole is not compressed. This indicates the screws were never torqued to the proper specifications during manufacture. I believe there is a possibility of a brake malfunction due to manufacturer's defect in the brake actuator part. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11629251 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SERVICE BRAKES
Excessive front pads wear: First replacement @13,000 miles. Second front pads replacement recommended @15,350 miles.
NHTSA complaint #11579430 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have a 2019 NX, and the driver side mirror vibrate at speed over about 40mph. I went to dealership and checked on it. No one seems to able to help. They directed me to call the warranty line and same thing. it seems like Lexus doesn't want to admit this is one of the manufacture problems. I found many posts about side mirror vibration for lexus nx. Lexus said it's ''normal characteristic" which I totally disagree. The vibration is NOT normal and its annoying while driving. And its DRIVING HAZARD as well if you can't see the mirror clearly. I had an RX before which I loved and had no problems with it. My sister has a 2018 Rav4. I also have a 2018 CRV and even a Scion xb. I know what a "normal" side mirror vibration for a compact SUV should be. Lexus is not willing to fix these defect. I found the SAME compliant for 2022-23 Lexus NX too.
NHTSA complaint #11524146 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
WHEELS
We 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
NHTSA complaint #11456345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SERVICE BRAKES
We 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
NHTSA complaint #11456345 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
POWER TRAIN
Drive shaft broke apart from the two bolts securing it to the chassis while driving slow speeds to bolts appear to be missing car made significant noise I needed to be towed to the dealership
NHTSA complaint #11434403 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Our sunroof exploded while driving on the highway, not near any other cars or flying debris. The glass shattered across the entire sunroof, and a hole 6 inches x 12 inches was created.
NHTSA complaint #11428411 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My vehicle has safety recalls since last year and I would like to fix them for my kids and mine safety
NHTSA complaint #11425138 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.