Most common 2025 Lexus NX problems
Share of the 18 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus NX complaints by model year
Best NX years: 2016, 2017. Years to avoid: 2024, 2022, 2025, 2023, 2019. Compare all years →
2025 Lexus NX recalls (5)
Back over prevention › Software
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.
Back over prevention › Display function
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.
Seat belts › Rear/other › Webbing
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, 2024-2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, and RX500 Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center seat belt webbing may be damaged.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt webbing and replace the seat belt assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2025.
Wheels › Hub
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the front brake caliper mounting bracket and hub bearing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged components will be replaced, free of charge.
Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Lexus RX 350, RX 350h, 2024-2025 NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h vehicles. The head restraints on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadvertently removed without pressing the lock release button.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat head rest assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
What 2025 Lexus NX owners say
Wheels & tires
My lug bolts are rusted Rusted lug bolts and nuts can create several problems, including difficulty in removal or installation, damage to the studs or nuts, and even the risk of a wheel coming loose. Rust can cause the bolts and nuts to bind together, making it hard to remove them. Additionally, rust can weaken the studs, making them more prone to breakinG. All 20 are rusted The service person at herb chambers recommended they be replaced but they want to charge me $800 and state this could happen again. To requested chrome lug bolts or evenn lug nuts and was informed the ones I have are the only ones available My car is a 2025 and this should not be happening. Link below is from herb chambers repair person recommending the replacement [redacted]
My vehicle has 11,407 miles on it and all 20 of my lug bolts are rusted. It has been brought to the attention of the dealership and Lexus and their only answer is that Lexus is working on a solution. I can see the outside of the bolt but can not see the bolt that bolt that is attached to the wheel and I'm unsure if that part is rusted and I'm afraid that if it is it could make it difficult to remove the bolts. I was told that they are rusted because the bolts were removed and put back on
Body & structure
The contact owns a 2025 Lexus NX 350h. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed through snow, there was snow entering the vehicle through the door jambs. The contact stated that after the snow melted, the water would accumulate inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the door seals were operating as intended. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 3,000.
With this 2025 Lexus NX350 Premium AWD, the front windshield glass is BADLY distorted. Looking at the road ahead while seated behind the steering wheel, objects aren't clear, they tend to be wobbly as there is a MAJOR safety issue here with the glass itself. My dealer told me that the other 2025 Lexus NX models they checked all have the same distorted windshield problem as mine does. Its so bad, I frankly can't drive the vehicle as much as I want because I get car sick, dizzy, and at times nauseated while traveling down the road. Perhaps it's a Toyota vender problem or simply a screw up with the development engineers that didn't catch the problem during the vehicles testing?
2025 Lexus NX engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD | 41 / 37 / 39 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT | AWD | 38 / 33 / 36 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | FWD | 26 / 33 / 28 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 25 / 32 / 28 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Lexus NX a good car?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 NX rates use caution: 5.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the NX at the same age. It is one of the NX years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Lexus NX?
The wheels & tires — 4 complaints, 22% of all complaints for this model year, most often about tread/belt. Next are the body & structure (3) and windows, wipers & sunroof (2).
How many recalls does the 2025 Lexus NX have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2025 Lexus NX, the most recent from March 18, 2026 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus NX?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2016 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2024, 2022, 2025, 2023 and 2019. See the full Lexus NX years comparison.
At what mileage do 2025 Lexus NX problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.