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NHTSA crash test of the 2023 Lexus UX 250h

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2023 Lexus UX 250h

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

0Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS UX 250H

The Lexus UX 250h is a subcompact luxury crossover, though federal data classifies it as a sedan, positioned as a refined entry point into the Lexus lineup. Powered by a hybrid drivetrain, it targets urban professionals and first-time luxury buyers who want premium appointments and fuel efficiency in a smaller, nimble package. It competes in one of the most hotly contested corners of the luxury market.

VERDICT

The 2023 Lexus UX 250h earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 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 UX 250h as a polished, well-crafted entry into the luxury crossover space, praising its refined cabin materials, smooth hybrid powertrain, and composed ride quality in urban settings. Some note that rear-seat space and cargo room are tighter than rivals, and a few feel the infotainment interface lags behind competitors in ease of use, but overall driving comfort and interior finish draw consistent praise.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 14%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18578

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
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 2023 Lexus UX 250h 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 systemsElectrical System 1

Other UX 250h years

Rivals in Sedan (2023)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 18578), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Ux 250h 2023. Class rank 39 of 92 in Sedan 2023. Methodology · Disclosure