NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Lexus NX 450h+ Safety Record
The 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a Safety Index or star ratings from that federal program. Its federal record is notably sparse: a "Light" burden band for recalls and complaints, zero open recall campaigns, and only one unverified owner complaint on file. This thin federal safety record should not be interpreted as an assessment of the vehicle's safety; the absence of crash-test scores provides no indication, positive or negative, of its protective capabilities.
The 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to federal NHTSA records.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+?
For the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+, the most notable absence from its federal safety profile is a crash-test score. Without this critical data, safety-focused consumers lack a key assessment of the vehicle's protective capabilities. The vehicle's "Light burden" band classification reflects its nascent federal record: zero recalls and a single complaint. This complaint, filed early in 2026, details alleged problems across Vehicle Speed Control, the Fuel/Propulsion System, and Forward Collision Avoidance, and mentions a crash, though NHTSA has not verified these claims. Given that this is a new model year, this limited complaint record is still developing and does not yet establish a definitive pattern. No crash-test data from sibling model years are available to provide context. The federal record for the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ is minimal, offering neither significant cause for alarm nor substantial reassurance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ have any recalls?
The 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive orders, and no remedy notices associated with this model year at this time. Owners should still check their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, as campaigns can be added at any point.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+?
NHTSA has one complaint on file for the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+. The unverified allegation touches three components: Vehicle Speed Control, the Fuel/Propulsion System, and Forward Collision Avoidance. It also involves a reported crash. All complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+?
A prospective buyer of a pre-owned 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ should run the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm no open recall campaigns have been added since the vehicle was first registered.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 model year, but owners should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov because campaigns can be issued at any time.
- The single unverified complaint on file for this model year involves alleged issues with Vehicle Speed Control, the Fuel/Propulsion System, and Forward Collision Avoidance, and includes a reported crash.
- The Light burden band assigned to this vehicle reflects only its recall and complaint activity and cannot be used as a substitute for a crash-test safety rating.
FAQ2026 Lexus NX 450h+ safety questions
Was the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+ 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 2026 Lexus NX 450h+?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2026 Lexus NX 450h+. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus NX 450h+ 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.