2016 Lexus Nx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Lexus Nx.

20152017
Complaints
22
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2016 Lexus Nx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#15 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:83,886 mi
Crash-related:1
#24 complaints

Fuel System

#33 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Lexus Nx.

Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,886
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Lexus Nx. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2016 Lexus Nx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~48,672 vehicles.

18V085000Air Bags:side/window · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Air Bags:frontal
~48,672 affected

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.

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2016 Lexus Nx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 Lexus Nx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2016 Lexus Nx has 22 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Lexus Nx?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (5 complaints, avg 83,886 mi); Fuel System (4 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Lexus Nx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 83,886 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Lexus Nx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Lexus Nx include 9 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 Lexus Nx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 48,672 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 Lexus Nx?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Nx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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