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2021 Lexus NX recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Safety recalls0
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 hNo recall campaigns found for the 2021 Lexus NX
NHTSA's model names don't always match the VIN decode, so read this as “none found”, not “none exist”.
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Owner complaints by component17
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 18 |
| Visibility | 3 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 12 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 12 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 12 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 12 |
| Tires | 2 | 12 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 6 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 6 |
| Traction control system | 1 | 6 |
| Air bags | 1 | 6 |
| Structure | 1 | 6 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 6 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 6 |
2 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names NX 300, NX 300H.
Latest reports
- Engine
“1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The high-pressure fuel pump and related fuel system sensor failed, resulting in a sudden loss of engine power.”
- Fuel/propulsion system
“My vehicle has slowed while driving four times within the last 12 months. I have taken it to the Hendrick Lexus dealership in Charlotte as well as the Scott Clark Toyota dealership in Charlotte.”
- Electrical system
“Vehicle began exhibiting multiple electrical safety issues around April 2025. EMF (electromagnetic field) levels were measured and found to be excessively high, causing physical discomfort and triggering health concerns…”
Other Lexus NX model years
- 20256 recalls18 complaints
- 20245 recalls48 complaints
- 20234 recalls18 complaints
- 20226 recalls32 complaints
- 20210 recalls17 complaints
- 20200 recalls28 complaints
- 20192 recalls44 complaints
- 20181 recall26 complaints
- 20170 recalls30 complaints
All years: 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015
Other Lexus models
- 2021 RX2 recalls71 complaints
- 2021 ES1 recall35 complaints
- 2021 LS2 recalls6 complaints
- 2022 IS1 recall5 complaints
- 2019 GS3 recalls1 complaint
- 2019 GX1 recall8 complaints
- 2022 LX6 recalls5 complaints
- 2010 SC3 recalls0 complaints
- 2024 TX4 recalls48 complaints
- 2019 RC3 recalls4 complaints
- 2010 HS7 recalls146 complaints
- 2015 CT0 recalls19 complaints
2021 Lexus NX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus NX have?
NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2021 Lexus NX. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Lexus NX?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 17 filed with NHTSA (18%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Lexus NX?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota/Lexus recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lexus dealer.
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