NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Lexus NX 350 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 scores 88 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 0 recalls, and 36 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88/100, placing it in the Strong band. Zero recalls and a perfect avoidance-tech score anchor that rating, though a four-point drop from the 2023 model's 92 Exceptional score and a partial crash-test picture keep it short of the top tier.
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 SUV AWD holds a 5-star NHTSA side-crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Lexus NX 350 ranks 55 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 88 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 36 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 55 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lexus NX 350?
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 drops to a Strong rating in the NHTSA Safety Index, posting a score of 88. This four-point decline from the 2023 model's Exceptional 92 reflects an increase in owner-reported issues. The defect record sub-score stands at 14.5 out of 20, influenced by 36 unverified owner complaints. Among these are 5 alleged crash events and 2 alleged fire incidents. Electrical System problems account for 14 of the owner complaints, a notable concentration. In contrast, the 2024 NX 350 has no recalls on file. Its avoidance technology suite achieves a perfect 10 out of 10, confirming standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. Crash protection scores 63 out of 70, with NHTSA awarding 5 stars for side impact and 4 stars for frontal impact. However, NHTSA's overall and rollover ratings for the 2024 model remain incomplete. The absence of recalls and comprehensive standard avoidance technology support the Strong rating, but the volume of owner complaints and the unfinished NHTSA test data distinguish this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Lexus NX 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 achieved a 5 out of 5 star rating in NHTSA's side impact crash tests. Its frontal crash protection earned a 4 out of 5 star rating. No overall or rollover star ratings were published for this model year, indicating that NHTSA did not complete those specific evaluations. This absence of an overall score does not imply a poor performance, but rather an incomplete testing regimen.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19418
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lexus NX 350 have any recalls?
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall data is updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lexus NX 350?
NHTSA has logged 36 unverified owner complaints for the 2024 Lexus NX 350. The most frequently alleged problem area is the Electrical System with 14 reports, followed by Unknown or Other at 10 and Structure at 4. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lexus NX 350?
Buyers considering this 2-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase, since recall campaigns can be added after a model year closes. Confirm that any future remedy has been completed at a dealership and retain documentation of that service.
- The 2024 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a cleaner defect record than many competitors in this segment and a key reason the Index stays in the Strong band despite complaint accumulation.
- The Safety Index fell four points year over year, from 92 Exceptional in 2023 to 88 Strong in 2024, driven by a defect-record sub-score of 14.5 out of 20 tied to 36 unverified owner complaints.
- The Electrical System is the top complaint category with 14 alleged reports, and Forward Collision Avoidance appears as a separate complaint cluster with 3 reports, which is notable given that the system scores a perfect 10 out of 10 for availability as standard equipment.
- NHTSA did not complete overall or rollover crash-test evaluations for this specific model year; only the frontal 4-star and side 5-star results are on file, leaving the full NCAP picture incomplete for 2024.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Lexus NX 350 places
The 2024 Lexus NX 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Lexus NX 350 safety questions
Was the 2024 Lexus NX 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Lexus NX 350, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Lexus NX 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Lexus NX 350 earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 5 out of 5 stars for side. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Lexus NX 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Lexus NX 350 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Lexus NX 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 36 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Lexus NX 350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other NX 350 years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19418), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus NX 350 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 55 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.