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2019 Lexus UX HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Lexus UX HYBRID has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 6. The most common issue is brakes problems (40% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2019 lexus ux250h. the contact stated while driving 35 mph, the drive loss control of the vehicle as the steering and brake was inoperable, causing the vehicle to hit a guardrail and two trees. the contact stated that no air bags deployed. the contact stated no warning light w.

4 crash reports

5

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 4 of 4)

BRAKES

2 complaints
40%
  • • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250H. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVE LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS THE STEERING AND BRAKE WAS INOPERABLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A GUARDRAIL AND TWO TREES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT W
  • • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON EXITING A CAR WASH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE UPON DEPRESSION WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO FAILURE, THE CONTACT COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE CRASH. NO INJURIES WERE RE
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250H. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVE LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS THE STEERING AND BRAKE WAS INOPERABLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A GUARDRAIL AND TWO TREES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT W”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Lexus UX HYBRID

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,143
Full coverage / month
$179
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+28%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$2143

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Lexus UX HYBRID Service Intervals

Oil change
10K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
5K mi
Brake fluid
30 months
Transmission fluid
60K mi
Engine coolant
100K mi
Spark plugs
120K mi
Cabin air filter
30K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
60K mi

Toyota Motor Corporation-recommended 10K interval with 0W-20 synthetic. Hybrid models use conventional service intervals; battery is 10-year warranty.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Lexus New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 50K mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
10 yr / 150K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
6 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids

These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2019 UX HYBRID, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Lexus dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)
$500
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 5 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ☐
    BRAKES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250H. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVE LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS THE STEERING AND BRAKE WAS INOPERABLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A GUARDRAIL AND TWO TREES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT W

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    STEERING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250H. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVE LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS THE STEERING AND BRAKE WAS INOPERABLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A GUARDRAIL AND TWO TREES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT W

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    BODY/STRUCTURE: THE SUNROOF OF MY 2019 LEXUS UX250H EXPLODED AND GLASS SHATTERED WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. THERE WERE NO OVERPASS IN THAT SEGMENT OF THE FREEWAY.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS UX250 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON EXITING A CAR WASH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE UPON DEPRESSION WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO FAILURE, THE CONTACT COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO THE CRASH. NO INJURIES WERE RE

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Lexus UX HYBRID — Year Comparison

How does 2019 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2025
6Below Average
2019
5Above Average
Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
4
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
6

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