no report yet
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, or electrical charge increases the risk of a crash.
2023 Lexus NXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2023 Lexus NX, most often about the vehicle speed control. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-040 the manufacturer reports only 82% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 20, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Lexus NX has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Vehicle speed control
2Electrical system
2Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Engine
2Power train
2Structure
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Exterior lighting
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 Lexus NX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Risk. A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other NX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the NX median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What NX owners report
Recent vehicle speed control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus NX 250. The contact stated that while driving at various highway speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated. During the failure, there was no warning light illuminated or messages displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified…
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus NX450H. The contact stated while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The contact stated that the vehicle was several inches away from crashing into another vehicle before the contact was able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The…
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