2016 Lexus NX problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 26 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Lexus NX, filed between 2016-08-05 and 2026-09-12. The most common problem areas are the engine (6, 23%), service brakes (6, 23%) and air bags (4, 15%). Owners reported 6 crashes and 4 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Lexus NX complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 23% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 23% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 15% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 15% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 12% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 26 (23%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Lexus NX covers this system.
Service brakes: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 26 (23%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- Owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Lexus NX covers this system.
Air bags: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 26 (15%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 2 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2016 Lexus NX; the recall, campaign 18V085000, says: “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.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 26 (15%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Lexus NX covers this system.
Power train: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 26 (15%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Lexus NX covers this system.
Visibility: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 26 (8%) name the visibility — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Lexus NX covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 3 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names NX, NX200, NX200T, NX300H, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Lexus NX recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lexus NX?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Lexus NX's most common problem areas are the engine (6 of 26 complaints), service brakes (6 of 26 complaints) and air bags (4 of 26 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Lexus NX have?
NHTSA has 26 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Lexus NX, including 6 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Lexus NX's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Lexus NX; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.