2020 Lexus NX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Lexus NX, filed between 2020-06-01 and 2026-08-31. The most common problem areas are the engine (8, 30%), fuel/propulsion system (7, 26%) and visibility/wiper (4, 15%). Owners reported 1 crash, 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2020 Lexus NX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 30% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 26% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Power train | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 27 (30%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the power train; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 27 (26%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
Visibility/wiper: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 27 (15%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 27 (11%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- Owners reported 1 crash and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
Power train: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 27 (7%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
Electrical system: 1 complaint
- 1 complaint of 27 (4%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Lexus NX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 7 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names NX, NX300, NX300H, model year 2020. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2020 Lexus NX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Lexus NX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2020 Lexus NX's most common problem areas are the engine (8 of 27 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (7 of 27 complaints) and visibility/wiper (4 of 27 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2020 Lexus NX have?
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Lexus NX, including 1 reported crash and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Lexus NX's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2020 Lexus NX. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.