NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Lexus NX 350 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 13 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 has achieved an Exceptional Safety Index of 91/100, marking a three-point increase over the 2024 model year. This improvement indicates a measurably safer vehicle on paper. The 2025 model year shows zero recalls on file, contributing to its robust safety assessment. Its strong crash-protection scores further solidify this rating.
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 SUV AWD received a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 based exclusively on NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 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 | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 13 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 55 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Lexus NX 350?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 marks a clear step up from its predecessor. The Safety Index climbed from 88/100 in the Strong band to 91/100 in the Exceptional band, a three-point gain that reflects a near-perfect defect record score of 18.25 out of 20 and a full 10 out of 10 on crash-avoidance technology. The zero-recall count for this model year is the single most important driver of that defect-record sub-score, and it distinguishes 2025 from many competing model years in the segment. Crash protection contributed 63 out of a possible 70 points, supported by the 5-star side result and a solid 4-star frontal result. The rollover and overall NHTSA star ratings are not yet assigned, which leaves a portion of the crash picture incomplete. On the complaint side, 13 reported allegations is a modest figure for a vehicle of this age, though the two forward-collision-avoidance complaints are worth monitoring given that the system is a key pillar of the avoidance-tech score. No single complaint category has reached a volume that has triggered federal action.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Lexus NX 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's side-crash test. Its frontal crash protection earned 4 out of 5 stars. No overall safety rating has been issued for this model year, and its rollover resistance remains unevaluated by the agency. The lack of these specific ratings indicates only that NHTSA has not yet published scores for them.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20033
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Lexus NX 350 have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2025 Lexus NX 350. There are zero NHTSA recall records for this model year, so no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories apply. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as federal records can be updated after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Lexus NX 350?
Thirteen complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components cited in unverified consumer allegations are Unknown Or Other, Forward Collision Avoidance, Structure, and Wheels. Three of those reports allege a crash event, and one alleges an injury. All remain unverified allegations.
13 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Lexus NX 350?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 has not yet had any recalls issued. This is common for a new model year, but consumers should always confirm a vehicle's recall status with the VIN on the NHTSA website, as new campaigns can be announced at any time. Any recall remedy can be completed at a Lexus dealership at no cost.
- The 2025 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a key reason its defect-record sub-score reached 18.25 out of 20 and pushed the overall Safety Index to the Exceptional band.
- The NHTSA side-crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars is the standout result for this model year, while the overall and rollover star ratings have not been issued, leaving those dimensions unscored.
- Two of the 13 unverified NHTSA complaints filed for this model year specifically allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, the same technology that earned a perfect 10 out of 10 in the avoidance-tech sub-score.
- The Safety Index rose three points year over year, from 88 in 2024 to 91 in 2025, representing a band upgrade from Strong to Exceptional and making 2025 the higher-scoring of the two recent model years.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Lexus NX 350 places
The 2025 Lexus NX 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Lexus NX 350 safety questions
Was the 2025 Lexus NX 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Lexus NX 350, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Lexus NX 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 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 2025 Lexus NX 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 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 2025 Lexus NX 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 13 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Lexus NX 350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other NX 350 years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20033), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus NX 350 2025.
- 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 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- 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.