2016 Lexus NX
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 6 of 22 complaints (27%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 36 in 2015 to 22 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,950–3,250 | 1,950–3,250 | 2,000–3,250 | 2,000–3,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–32 | 24–32 | 24–31 | 24–31 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–34 / 27–30 | 22–34 / 27–30 | 22–33 / 27–30 | 22–33 / 27–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 274–374 | 274–374 | 281–374 | 283–374 | |
| Complaints filed | 36 | 22 | 28 | 22 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 5 | 9 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 3 | 12 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus NX have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Lexus NX?
Engine: 6 of 22 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Lexus NX get?
EPA rates it 24–32 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Lexus NX?
EPA estimates $1,950–$3,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 34 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $1,950 (low) | 274 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg (low) | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 360 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 33 mpg | 30 mpg (high) | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 280 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 28 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | $3,250 (high) | 363 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $3,250 (high) | 374 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW · Campaign 18V085000 · Feb 5, 2018
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.
Consequence: If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.