2020 Lexus NX300 Problems & Complaints

Better than average42% fewer complaints than a typical year of the NX300 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2020 Lexus NX300 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 42% fewer than a typical NX300 model year at the same age, making the 2020 one of the better NX300 years. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (1 complaint, typically around 4,000 miles).

5complaints
0recalls
0crashes
1fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2020 Lexus NX300 problems

  • Other / not specified~10,000 miles
    240%
  • Engine & cooling~4,000 miles
    120%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~3,000 miles
    120%
  • Speed control & acceleration~2,000 miles
    120%
  • Driver assistance~2,000 miles
    120%

Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lexus NX300 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Lexus NX300. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best NX300 years: 2020. Compare all years →

2020 Lexus NX300 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo6-speed automaticFWD22 / 28 / 25

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Lexus NX300 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 NX300 rates better than average: 42% fewer complaints than a typical year of the NX300 at the same age. It is one of the best NX300 years by this measure. 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 2020 Lexus NX300?

The engine & cooling — 1 complaint, 20% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).

How many recalls does the 2020 Lexus NX300 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2020 Lexus NX300. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lexus NX300?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020. See the full Lexus NX300 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2020 Lexus NX300 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 4,000 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.