3 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Lexus Nx450h+.
3
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
NHTSA campaign 23V478000 · reported July 12, 2023 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 43,442 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
The risk
A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
Suspension: front, shock absorber · Structure: body
NHTSA campaign 22V238000 · reported April 13, 2022 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 4,215 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2022 NX250, NX350, NX350h, and NX450h+ vehicles. Missing spot-welds between the body panels and the front shock absorber mounting areas may cause the front shock absorber to separate from the mounting area.
The risk
A separated shock absorber can cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will add welds to body panels or replace the body panels where welds have failed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus's number for this recall is 22LA02.
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module, software
NHTSA campaign 22V239000 · reported April 13, 2022 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 458,110 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Service brakes2
Steering1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jun 8, 2022 · Service brakes · 1,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus NX450H+. The contact stated while in reverse and exiting her driveway at approximately 3 MPH, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated in red. Additionally, she had not depressed the brake pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle…
Apr 17, 2022 · Service brakes
The Vehicle Has an alignment issue that was identified at 12 miles Odometer Reading for the this brand new car. Steering is off-center to the left and the car still drifts to the left on even roads after 3 attempts to fix the problem. When the Break Hold feature is on, the vehicle locks the breaks while it is in…
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Lexus Nx450h+, the most recent reported on July 12, 2023 (Electrical system: propulsion system, DC/DC converter). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Lexus Nx450h+?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (2 complaints), followed by steering (1).
How many 2022 Lexus Nx450h+ complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 8, 2022.