2023 model year · 1,800+ owner reports · Updated August 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,800+ owner reports, the 2023 Lexus NX has 7 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Steering Column Spiral Cable Weld Failure Deactivates Driver Airbag (Recall 25V040000) ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is CVT Drone and Rubber Band Effect with 1,800 owner reports. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Lexus RX 350, RX 350h, 2024-2025 NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h vehicles. The head restraints on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadvertently removed without pressing the lock release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 202, "Head Restraints."
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:WEBBING
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, 2024-2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, and RX500 Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center seat belt webbing may be damaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 RAV4 and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles. Some of the bolts that secure the front brake caliper and the wheel hub bearing may be loose, which can result in a damaged caliper brake hose or possible wheel detachment.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,800+ owner reports, the 2023 Lexus NX has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Steering Column Spiral Cable Weld Failure Deactivates Driver Airbag (Recall 25V040000), Panoramic View Monitor Rearview Camera Freezes or Goes Blank (Recall 25V744000), Rearview Camera Image Fails to Display in Reverse (Recall 26V162000). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2023 Lexus NX has 7 known issues documented across 1,800+ owner reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Steering Column Spiral Cable Weld Failure Deactivates Driver Airbag (Recall 25V040000). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Lexus NX issues range from $0 to $800, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Steering Column Spiral Cable Weld Failure Deactivates Driver Airbag (Recall 25V040000), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly — the coiled ribbon that carries signals to the rotating steering wheel — may be insufficiently welded. The connection can separate in service, which deactivates the driver's frontal airbag and puts the v… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
On NX vehicles equipped with the Panoramic View Monitor system, a software error can make the rearview camera freeze on a stale image or display a blank screen when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. A frozen image is arguably worse than a blank one, because it shows the driver… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse, leaving the driver without the rear view the vehicle is required to provide and putting the car out of compliance with FMVSS 111, Rear Visibility. This is a separate defect from the Panoramic Vie… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
Second-generation NX owners across the NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h and NX 450h+ report the 12-volt battery going flat after the vehicle sits for a few days, sometimes on cars only months old. The pattern owners and dealer service writers describe is that the Lexus connected-services… Repairs typically run $0-$450. Severity: medium.
The AZ20 NX introduced Lexus's e-Latch system, replacing the mechanical door handle with an electronic button that signals a motor in the latch assembly. Owners of 2022-2025 NX models report the exterior handle button becoming unresponsive, most commonly in freezing weather: wate… Repairs typically run $0-$800. Severity: medium.
The second-generation NX with the eCVT hybrid and Direct Shift CVT exhibits a droning noise and rubber band sensation during moderate acceleration. The CVT holds the engine at high RPM while vehicle speed increases gradually, creating a disconnected feeling between throttle input… Severity: low.
NX 350 owners report a pronounced clunk or harsh driveline engagement immediately after shifting out of Park into Drive or Reverse on the 8-speed automatic paired with the T24A-FTS 2.4 turbo. Some owners also describe having to press the brake pedal unusually hard before the shif… Repairs typically run $0-$250. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
