NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lexus RX 450h Safety Ratings
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h achieved a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This model year registered no recalls and zero reported complaints with NHTSA. Its full crash-test suite demonstrated a robust safety profile, with results consistently at four and five stars across all categories.
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h AWD SUV received a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and an NHTSA NCAP overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Lexus RX 450h ranks 32 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) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.4% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 32 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Lexus RX 450h?
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h achieved a notable improvement in its federal-data safety profile, elevating its Safety Index score to 91/100, an Exceptional rating. This six-point gain over the 2021 model's 85/100 Strong rating is primarily due to a perfect defect record score of 20/20, reflecting no recall campaigns for this model year. Crash protection is robust, with a sub-score of 61/70. The vehicle also earned a full 10/10 for its standard avoidance technology, which includes forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. NHTSA crash-test results confirm this strong performance: the side-impact rating stands at 5 out of 5 stars. Both frontal and rollover tests received 4 out of 5 stars, with a 16 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic result, consistent with a vehicle performing well across the full NCAP protocol. The combination of an unblemished recall record, zero recorded consumer complaints, and solid crash-test results establishes the 2022 RX 450h as a distinctly favorable safety prospect compared to its immediate predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Lexus RX 450h perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h AWD SUV secured a 4 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. While its side-impact protection is rated at a full 5 out of 5 stars, both frontal crash protection and rollover prevention received 4 out of 5 stars. The vehicle carries a 16 percent rollover risk, though dynamic tip-test results showed no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16625
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Lexus RX 450h have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2022 Lexus RX 450h. NHTSA records show zero recall actions for this specific model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this vehicle. Used-market shoppers should still run a VIN check against the NHTSA recall database to confirm that status remains current.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Lexus RX 450h?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus RX 450h, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities on file. There are no top components flagged and no recent reports to cite. The absence of complaints reflects the current NHTSA database and is not a guarantee of any future findings.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Lexus RX 450h?
Shoppers considering a used 2022 RX 450h should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup tool before purchase to confirm no new campaigns have been added since the vehicle was produced. Verify that the No Outstanding Recalls status still applies to the specific unit being evaluated.
- The 2022 model year Safety Index of 91/100 represents a six-point improvement over the 2021 model year score of 85/100, moving the vehicle from the Strong band into the Exceptional band.
- NHTSA records zero recall campaigns for the 2022 Lexus RX 450h, contributing a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20/20 within the Safety Index calculation.
- The NHTSA side-impact crash test produced a 5-out-of-5-star result, the highest rating in the test suite for this model year, while frontal and rollover protection each earned 4 out of 5 stars.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this model year, earning the maximum avoidance-tech sub-score of 10/10.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Lexus RX 450h places
The 2022 Lexus RX 450h qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Lexus RX 450h safety questions
Was the 2022 Lexus RX 450h crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Lexus RX 450h, 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 2022 Lexus RX 450h crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Lexus RX 450h earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus RX 450h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Lexus RX 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 2022 Lexus RX 450h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Lexus RX 450h. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16625), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RX 450h 2022.
- 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 32 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- 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.