2021 Lexus NX: common problems and reliability
An average NX year.
34 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 NX?The 2021 Lexus NX has 34 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and visibility.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Lexus NX vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other NX years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the NX?
Across the 12 NX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 32 (2020) to 183 (2024). With 34 complaints, the 2021 NX sits below the model's median of 42.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Mixed to positive sentiment, heavily dependent on model year and powertrain.
Owner insights cover all generations of the NX. See the full NX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used NX listings typically run $46,059–$51,866.
Other NX model years
Compare every NX year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
Compare the NX against its rivals
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