Verdict
2022 Lexus UX: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2022 Lexus UX — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most sedan.
Owners filed 2 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 85% of 2022 sedans. Air Bags leads the reports (50%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2022 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
2
Reports to NHTSA, 2022
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
39
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 85% of 2022 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2022 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Air Bags issues lead owner complaints (50% of 2 reports), followed by service brakes (50%).
Share of all 2 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11714349.
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
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UX 250h | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 43 | 41 | 42 |
| UX 250h AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 41 | 38 | 39 |
| UX 200 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 29 | 37 | 32 |
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.
2022 Lexus UX: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2022 Lexus UX?
Owners filed 2 NHTSA complaints about the 2022 Lexus UX — fewer complaints than 85% of comparable 2022 sedans, 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 2022 Lexus UX?
The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (50% of complaints) and service brakes (50%).
How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus UX have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2022 Lexus UX as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Lexus UX get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Lexus UX between 32 and 42 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.