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Lexus NX 300: which year should you buy?

Across the 2015 to 2021 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2019 (96/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2019 96 · 2020 92 · 2015 92 · 2021 91

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202191/100
Buy

17 complaints · 0 recalls

202092/100
Buy

23 complaints · 0 recalls

201996/100
Buybest year

36 complaints · 1 recalls

201891/100
Buy

21 complaints · 1 recalls

201764/100
Unproven

11 complaints · 0 recalls

201690/100
Buy

17 complaints · 0 recalls

201592/100
Buy

26 complaints · 0 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2019?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2019 Lexus NX 300’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2021 Lexus NX 300 head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Lexus NX 300 as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.