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2026 Lexus NX 350Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2026 Lexus NX 350. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and vehicle speed control (2). The EPA rates it 24 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
24mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Lexus NX 350 as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system2
  2. Vehicle speed control2
  3. Service brakes1
  4. Visibility1
  5. Fuel/propulsion system1
  6. Forward collision avoidance1
  7. Other / unknown2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each NX 350 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
202211
202318
202445
202519
20266
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

2 reports
“I was driving on a surface road at approximately 30mph when my vehicle suddenly hit the brakes and came to a complete stop for no reason. After turning the vehicle off and restarting it, several error messages came up on the dashboard and the vehicle would not go into neutral or any other gear.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 10, 2026Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Service brakesODI 11770331

Vehicle speed control

2 reports1 crash
“I was stopped at Starbucks in a small business area. I needed to make a sharp left turn to get out of there to get back on the highway, I would typically go very slow as to not hit any parked cars etc. As soon as I went forward the car took off so fast I put both feet on the brakes. The car usually sets alarms off for everything! I looked for somewhere I could go to each side so as not to go on the highway. There was nowhere. I was going so fast at this point I was afraid to turn. I went straight across and hit an oncoming car. I then hit a cement planted area for bushes in the parking lot. It was about 6" high. My car hit two sides of the planter. That is the point it stopped. Still no warning lights or alarms! The Insurance reported the car is totaled.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 18, 2026Vehicle speed control, Fuel/propulsion system, Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11718899

Service brakes

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
NX 350 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212824$3,200370
NX 350 AWD F Sport
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212824$3,200370
  • NX 350 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • NX 350 AWD F Sport
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Lexus NX 350 as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 21624
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2026 NX 350 questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus NX 350 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2026 Lexus NX 350 problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), vehicle speed control (2), service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Lexus NX 350 get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Lexus NX 350 at 24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026