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2022 Lexus NX 250Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus NX 250. Most complaints involve electrical system (3) and service brakes (3). The EPA rates it 28 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
28mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
11
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2022 Lexus NX 250 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

11 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system3
  2. Service brakes3
  3. Forward collision avoidance2
  4. Exterior lighting1
  5. Lane departure1
  6. Carry handle, shell, base1
  7. Chest clip, buckle, harness1
  8. Insert, padding1
  9. Vehicle speed control1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each NX 250 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
202211
202317
202446
202518
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

3 reports1 crash
“my vehicle was boought back under the California lemon lawyer today. It had repeated electrical failures in which the 12 V battery would fail. Lexus was never able to find out why but one occasion I could not exit the vehicle through the driver front door because the electrical and the backup mechanical did not work I exited thru the backseat. I reported this to lexus. Lexus has a responsibility to be sure people can safely exit their vehicle in an electrical failure.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 13, 2026Electrical systemODI 11770939

Service brakes

3 reports3 crashes
“My car moved forward from the parking spot and hit a building while I was trying to stop”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 27, 2026Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11727578

Forward collision avoidance

2 reports2 crashes
“electronic parking brake that cannot be engaged while in "park,"”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 1, 2025Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11690689
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
NX 250
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
263328$2,200311
NX 250 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
253228$2,200318
  • NX 250
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    26 city · 33 hwy · $2,200/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • NX 250 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    25 city · 32 hwy · $2,200/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Lexus NX 250 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 17029Vehicle 17028
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 NX 250 questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus NX 250 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2022 Lexus NX 250 problems?

Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (3), service brakes (3), forward collision avoidance (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Lexus NX 250 get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Lexus NX 250 at 28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026