Model year guide

2025 Lexus NX 350

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Lexus NX 350 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2025 Lexus NX 350 — representative photo
Representative photo

2025 Lexus NX 350 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints18
Combined24–39 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Lexus NX 350 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2025 Lexus NX 350.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Lexus NX 350 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2025 Lexus NX 350 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2025 Lexus NX 350 SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2025 Lexus NX 350 MPG & running costs

Combined24–39 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,967
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6) or Automatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,833 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Lexus NX 350 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,835
Fuel only$14,835
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 38

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 38.

Some 2024 – 2025 model year NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h North American Produced vehicles may exhibit a consistent/repeatable tick/abnormal noise from the top of the B-pillar while driving. The abnormal noise can be heard from either passenger or driver side. T…

Bulletin L-SB-0008-26 · Structure · Apr 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.

Bulletin L-SB-0021-25 · Engine · Mar 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.

Bulletin L-SB-0021-25 · Engine · Feb 2026

Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to pr…

Bulletin L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Structure · Dec 2025

Some 2022 – 2025 model year NX 450h+ and 2024 – 2025 RX 450h+ vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor “A” Signal Plausibility Failure) present. The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Pow…

Bulletin L-SB-0052-25 · Engine · Nov 2025

The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially enter the HV Floor Under Wire connector housing and could cause corrosion over time.…

Bulletin 25LD01 · Electrical System · Nov 2025

Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers with user issues, user e…

Bulletin L-TT-0326-23 Rev2 · Electrical System · Aug 2025

Some 2022 – 2025 model year NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h, and NX 450h+ vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when engaging the electronic parking brake.

Bulletin L-SB-0027-25 Rev1 · Service Brakes · Aug 2025

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Bulletin L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin L-TT-0340-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the NX 350 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 5

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2025 Lexus NX 350. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Visual System

Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Lexus will notify owners by mail…

Transport Canada #2026125 · Mar 2026

Visual System

Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to freeze or not to display. If this happens, the rearview image may not display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a panorami…

Transport Canada #2025594 · Oct 2025

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the second-row center seat belt may have been damaged during production. As a result, the seat belt could break in a crash. If this happens, the seat belt may not hold a person in place during the crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, the…

Transport Canada #2025050 · Feb 2025

Brakes

Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the bolts that secure the front brake caliper mounting bracket(s) and the wheel hub(s) to the steering knuckle(s) may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the caliper(s) could move and cause the brake hose(s) to become damaged. If this happens, brake fluid could leak and cause reduced braking. Additionally, the hub bolts could loo…

Transport Canada #2024737 · Dec 2024

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the head restraints on the front seats may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the head restraints could move or detach from the seats in a crash. Safety Risk: Head restraints that move or detach in a crash could increase the risk of an injury. Corrective Actions: Lexus will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a…

Transport Canada #2024367 · Jun 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2025 Lexus NX 350 vehicles on record

Other Lexus NX 350 model years

2025 Lexus NX 350 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Lexus NX 350 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2025 Lexus NX 350. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Lexus NX 350?

Across all 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, structure, visibility/wiper.

What is the 2025 Lexus NX 350 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2025 Lexus NX 350 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Lexus NX 350 get?

The 2025 Lexus NX 350 has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–39 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.