Lexus · UX · 2021
2021 Lexus UX
0
Recalls
4
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2021 Lexus UX has no recalls and 4 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: tires (2 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
- Vehicle
- 2021 Lexus UX
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 4
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
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This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
14.0% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
4 totalWHEELS
Oct 15, 2025
I am filing an urgent safety complaint regarding a defective Bridgestone tire on my 2021 Lexus UX250h, purchased new in 2021. At 32,000 miles, the [front left] tire shows abnormal tread tearing and separation, while the other tires show normal wear. This is not consistent with standard aging and indicates a potential defect and not normal wear. My attempts to Resolve it was following Bridgestone’s warranty process through Lexus and a Bridgestone dealer. Bridgestone dealer inspected the tire and blamed alignment, despite recent alignment and proper rotations done at Discount Tire Center on October 8,2025 and regularly. The wheel alignment did not show any tear. According to Lexus, Bridgestone denied the claim based solely on mileage without addressing abnormal tread separation (pls request Bridgestone response from Lexus). The tire poses serious and immediate safety risk of sudden failure, especially in rain, creating danger of a blowout, loss of control, or vehicle damage. I need to replace the tire immediately for safety. If your office requires inspection, please notify me as soon as possible so I can retain it. Tire info: Bridgestone Turanza EL450 BL 225/50R18 95V
TIRES
Mar 1, 2025
225/50/18 Tires have less that 2000 miles on them and they are pealing at the treads. Literally whole chunks are falling off the tires…looks like someone has been picking and pulling off pieces of my tires.
TIRES
Sep 15, 2023
Tires came new with car in 2021. The two front tires are chunking. Back tires appear to be fine. Car is not out of alignment, has never been in an accident, no off roading or parking on gravel surfaces. Took it to a Lexus dealer and service rep. says he's never seen a car like this. I contacted Bridgestone, they say there are no recalls - call reference number is [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
AIR BAGS
CRASHJul 15, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus UX250. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, he T-boned another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus UX have?
The 2021 Lexus UX has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2021 Lexus UX?
NHTSA has received 4 owner-reported complaints for the 2021 Lexus UX.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2021 Lexus UX?
The 2021 Lexus UX received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus UX?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2021 Lexus UX are tires (2 reports), air bags (1 reports), wheels (1 reports).
Does the 2021 Lexus UX have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2021 Lexus UX. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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