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NHTSA crash test of the 2026 Lexus NX 350h

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2026 Lexus NX 350h

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS NX 350H

The Lexus NX 350h is a compact luxury hybrid SUV aimed squarely at buyers who want premium refinement without sacrificing fuel efficiency. Positioned as the hybrid variant of Lexus's best-selling NX lineup, it competes in the crowded luxury compact crossover segment and appeals to commuters and families alike who prioritize a polished, upscale driving experience with a conscience.

VERDICT

The 2026 Lexus NX 350h earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the NX 350h as one of the more polished and well-rounded entries in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its refined ride quality, upscale interior execution, and hybrid powertrain efficiency. Most reviewers consider it a strong value proposition within the Lexus lineup, though some note the infotainment system and cargo space as areas where certain competitors hold an edge.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
Frontal
Side
RolloverNot rated
Rollover risk 0%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21626

Index breakdown

Crash protection63/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record19.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Lexus NX 350h at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsVehicle Speed Control 1Fuel/Propulsion System 1Forward Collision Avoidance 1

Other NX 350h years

Rivals in SUV (2026)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 21626), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Nx 350h 2026. Class rank 37 of 143 in SUV 2026. Methodology · Disclosure