Lexus UX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Lexus UX model year (2019–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Lexus UX Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 5 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 7
1 recall · 1 complaint
Top issue: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 4
Best Lexus UX Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 1
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Lexus UX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 5 | 1 | — | 7 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Caution |
All 8 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Lexus UX Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent UX models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year UX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Lexus UX if possible. It has 0 recalls, 5 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 7 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year UX to buy?+
The 2021 Lexus UX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which UX has the fewest problems?+
The 2021, 2022, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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