Verdict
2020 Lexus NX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2020 Lexus NX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 24 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 74% of 2020 SUVs. Fuel/Propulsion System leads the reports (17%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2020 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
24
Reports to NHTSA, 2020
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
24.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 74% of 2020 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2020 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Fuel/Propulsion System issues lead owner complaints (17% of 24 reports), followed by visibility/wiper (17%).
+ 4 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 24 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11749257, ODI 11716110, ODI 11660460, ODI 11623169.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2020 Lexus NX300 SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2020 Lexus NX300 SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 33 | 30 | 31 |
| NX 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 25 |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 27 | 24 |
| NX 300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 24 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2020 Lexus NX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Lexus NX?
Owners filed 24 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Lexus NX — fewer complaints than 74% of comparable 2020 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2020 Lexus NX?
The most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (17% of complaints) and visibility/wiper (17%).
How many recalls does the 2020 Lexus NX have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2020 Lexus NX as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Lexus NX get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Lexus NX between 24 and 31 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.