2015 Lexus NX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other NX years
- More complaints than other years 4th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Lexus NX. That ranks 4th out of 12 NX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (7 complaints, 27%), typically at around 51,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 4 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 26owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Lexus NX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 27% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 15% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 15% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 15% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 8% | 169,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 4% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4% | 62,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Lexus NX recalls (1)
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Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive; air bags:side/window
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While I was driving on the highway in cruise control, my car suddenly broke the cruise setting, slowed down, and the check engine light turned on. I pulled over and the car would not accelerate to over about 15-20 mph. I made it to an auto center, where they informed me that the reader said there…
The contact owns a 2015 Lexus NX 200t. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, ticking sound was emitted from the fuel tank. As the failure persisted, the vehicle entered "Reduced Engine Power Mode" and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken…
The contact owns a 2015 Lexus NX 200t. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was spongy and made an abnormal clicking sound while depressed. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while coming to a stop. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The…
NHTSA has issued service bulletins regarding Lexus servo motor issues, primarily affecting the HVAC system, because these motors can have internal electrical malfunctions. This malfunction can cause symptoms like uneven or inconsistent air temperature from the vents, lack of airflow from selected…
Hello, I own a 2015 Lexus NX200T. On 9/13/2025 I was pulling into a spot to park, going slow at maybe 4-5 mph, my vehicle suddenly violently accelerates on its own. I had to slam multiple times on the brakes to avoid killing two pedestrians right in front of my vehicle. I was in seconds of killing…
Other Lexus NX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 NX | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 NX | 18 | 5 |
| 2024 NX | 45 | 4 |
| 2023 NX | 17 | 3 |
| 2022 NX | 28 | 2 |
| 2021 NX | 17 | 0 |
| 2020 NX | 22 | 0 |
| 2019 NX | 30 | 1 |
| 2018 NX | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 NX | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 NX | 17 | 1 |
| 2015 | 26 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lexus NX?
Owners most often report unknown or other, air bags, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Lexus NX?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Lexus NX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other NX model years, the 2015 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.