NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Lexus NX 350h Safety Ratings
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h 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 350h enters the market with an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100. This strong performance is underpinned by a perfect score for its avoidance technology, indicating robust preventive measures. Furthermore, the model year demonstrates solid crash protection in federal tests, and notably, it carries no recalls on record.
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h received a 5-out-of-5-star side-crash rating from NHTSA and carries zero recall campaigns on file with that federal agency.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Lexus NX 350h ranks 56 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 | 56 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Lexus NX 350h?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h marks a meaningful step forward from its immediate predecessor. The NHTSA Safety Index climbed from 88/100 in the Strong band for the 2024 model year to 91/100 in the Exceptional band for 2025, a three-point gain that pushed the vehicle into a higher performance tier. That improvement is anchored by a near-perfect defect record sub-score of 18.25 out of 20, reflecting the clean recall slate this model year carries. The avoidance-tech sub-score hit the ceiling at 10 out of 10, supported by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment. Crash protection contributed 63 out of a possible 70 points, consistent with the 5-star side result and the 4-star frontal result from NHTSA testing. The absence of an overall star rating and a rollover rating means those dimensions remain unscored rather than penalized. Thirteen unverified complaints represent a modest volume for a vehicle of this age, though the two alleged Forward Collision Avoidance reports are worth monitoring given that system's central role in the vehicle's safety architecture.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Lexus NX 350h perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's side-crash assessment, marking its highest published score. The frontal crash test yielded a strong 4 out of 5 stars. NHTSA has not issued ratings for this model year's overall safety or rollover risk.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20034
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Lexus NX 350h have any recalls?
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be added after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Lexus NX 350h?
NHTSA has received 13 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other issues, Forward Collision Avoidance, Structure, and Wheels, each with two or more reported allegations. These are unverified consumer reports, not established defects.
13 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Lexus NX 350h?
The 2025 NX 350h carries no open recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. However, owners of this model year should diligently check their specific VIN against the federal database. Manufacturers can issue new safety recalls at any time, and verifying recall completion is a crucial step for any prospective buyer.
- The Safety Index rose three points year over year, from 88/100 in the Strong band for the 2024 model to 91/100 in the Exceptional band for 2025, the highest tier in the MotorCaliber scale.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this specific model year, giving the 2025 NX 350h a clean defect record that contributes 18.25 out of 20 points to its Safety Index.
- NHTSA has not issued an overall star rating or a rollover rating for this vehicle; those categories are not rated rather than scored low, and the side-crash 5-star result is the standout figure from available test data.
- Two of the 13 unverified owner complaints specifically allege issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a component that is standard equipment and central to the vehicle's crash-avoidance score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Lexus NX 350h places
The 2025 Lexus NX 350h qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Lexus NX 350h safety questions
Was the 2025 Lexus NX 350h crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Lexus NX 350h, 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 350h crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Lexus NX 350h 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 350h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Lexus NX 350h 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 350h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 13 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Lexus NX 350h. 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 350h 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 20034), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus NX 350h 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 56 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.