NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Lexus UX 250h Safety Ratings
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h achieved a five-star overall NHTSA crash rating, demonstrating a strong performance in federal safety assessments. This model year registered zero recalls and a near-perfect defect record sub-score, contributing to its NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, which places it in the Exceptional band. Its safety profile is robust across all available federal data.
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and a 5-star overall crash rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Lexus UX 250h 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 | 91 / 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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 39 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Lexus UX 250h?
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h holds a Safety Index of 91/100, matching the 2022 model year exactly. That flat year-over-year movement tells a specific story: the vehicle entered 2023 with no meaningful deterioration in its federal safety record and no new defect pressure to drag the score downward. The index breakdown reveals where the strength lives - a defect record sub-score of 19.5 out of 20 reflects the zero-recall outcome and the near-empty complaint file for this model year. The crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 aligns with the NHTSA star picture: a five-star overall and a perfect side-impact result, offset modestly by four-star frontal and rollover ratings. The avoidance-tech sub-score is a full 10 out of 10, driven by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment on this trim. Taken together, the 2023 data shows a year defined less by dramatic change and more by sustained, high-level performance across every safety dimension NHTSA measures.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Lexus UX 250h perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA, anchored by its perfect 5-star performance in the side-impact test. Frontal crash protection was assessed at 4 out of 5 stars, matching the rollover rating. The rollover risk for the UX 250h stands at 14 percent, with the dynamic tip test confirming a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18578
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Lexus UX 250h have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 Lexus UX 250h. NHTSA shows zero recall actions associated with this model year, meaning no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive orders, and no remedy campaigns of any kind have been issued. Used-market shoppers should still run a VIN check to confirm this status remains current.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Lexus UX 250h?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2023 Lexus UX 250h. That single unverified allegation involves the Electrical System and includes a reported crash with no injuries or fires alleged. One complaint is a notably thin file, but all consumer submissions to NHTSA are unverified allegations, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Lexus UX 250h?
No recall was issued for the 2023 UX 250h at the time of publication, but prospective buyers should still verify the vehicle's recall status by VIN. This ensures awareness of any campaigns initiated after manufacture, and confirms any necessary repairs were performed.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2023 Lexus UX 250h - a result that directly produced the near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.5 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
- The side-impact crash test returned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, making it the standout individual result in the 2023 NHTSA test battery for this vehicle.
- The Safety Index held at 91/100 from 2022 to 2023, indicating no new safety-related pressure emerged in the federal record during this model year.
- Only one owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year - an unverified allegation citing the Electrical System and a reported crash - making the complaint file among the thinnest in its segment.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Lexus UX 250h places
The 2023 Lexus UX 250h qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Lexus UX 250h safety questions
Was the 2023 Lexus UX 250h crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Lexus UX 250h, 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 2023 Lexus UX 250h crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Lexus UX 250h 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 2023 Lexus UX 250h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Lexus UX 250h 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 2023 Lexus UX 250h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 Lexus UX 250h. 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.
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Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18578), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus UX 250h 2023.
- 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 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- 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.