NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Lexus UX 200 Safety Ratings
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 scores 90 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 presents a strong safety profile. Its perfect overall NHTSA crash rating is a key indicator. Further reinforcing this standing is the complete absence of recalls on file for the model year. These factors contribute to an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 90/100, marking it as a secure option in the used vehicle market.
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 90/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Lexus UX 200 ranks 39 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 | 90 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 39 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Lexus UX 200?
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 posts a Safety Index of 90/100, a single point below the 2019 model's 91/100, yet both years sit firmly in the Exceptional band. That one-point dip is worth understanding: the index breakdown shows a perfect avoidance-technology score of 10/10, a near-perfect defect record score of 19/20 driven by zero recalls, and crash-protection credit of 61/70. The slight year-over-year softening traces to the crash-protection component rather than any deterioration in the defect or avoidance categories. NHTSA's five-star overall rating, anchored by a five-star side result and backed by four-star frontal and rollover scores, confirms that the 2020 UX 200 performed well across every tested discipline. The 14-percent rollover risk figure and the No Tip dynamic result add further texture to the rollover four-star score, showing the vehicle managed the dynamic maneuver without tipping. With only four unverified complaints on record and no recall history whatsoever, the 2020 model year stands as one of the cleaner safety records in this segment.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Lexus UX 200 perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2020 Lexus UX 200 a five-star overall rating. Side protection is the standout at five stars. Frontal and rollover protection each score four stars, with rollover risk measured at 14 percent and a dynamic tip test result of No Tip. No category is unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14716
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Lexus UX 200 have any recalls?
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no open safety defect actions, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be added at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Lexus UX 200?
NHTSA has logged four unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged component is Service Brakes, cited in two reports. Additional unverified allegations touch Visibility, Vehicle Speed Control, Electrical System, and Power Train, each reported once.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Lexus UX 200?
As this vehicle is now six years old, prospective buyers should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase. No campaigns are on file today, but manufacturers can issue new campaigns after a vehicle leaves production. Confirm any remedy work has been completed before finalizing a deal.
- The 2020 UX 200 is the only model year in the UX 200 line with zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, contributing directly to its near-perfect defect record score of 19/20 in the Safety Index.
- NHTSA's side-crash test produced a five-star result for this model year, the highest single-category score in the 2020 UX 200's crash-test profile.
- The Safety Index slipped one point from the 2019 model's 91/100 to 90/100, a movement entirely within the Exceptional band and attributable to the crash-protection sub-score rather than recalls or avoidance technology.
- All four unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year are consumer allegations only; two target Service Brakes, and the remaining two cover Visibility, Vehicle Speed Control, Electrical System, and Power Train with one report each.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Lexus UX 200 places
The 2020 Lexus UX 200 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Lexus UX 200 safety questions
Was the 2020 Lexus UX 200 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Lexus UX 200, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 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 2020 Lexus UX 200 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Lexus UX 200 earned 5 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 14%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Lexus UX 200 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Lexus UX 200 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 2020 Lexus UX 200?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Lexus UX 200. 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 UX 200 years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14716), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus UX 200 2020.
- 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 39 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- 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.