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2015 Lexus NX200TRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 37 owner complaints for the 2015 Lexus NX200T. Most complaints involve air bags (8) and service brakes (5). The EPA rates it 24–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
24–25mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Jan 2020
Owner complaints
37
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$3,100est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Fuel system

Free remedy

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Jan 13, 2020NHTSA 20V012000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

37 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2017 – Nov 2026
  1. Air bags8
  2. Service brakes5
  3. Fuel/propulsion system4
  4. Power train4
  5. Fuel system, gasoline3
  6. Engine3
  7. Structure3
  8. Electrical system2
  9. Service brakes, hydraulic1

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 NX200T model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
201537
201624
201728
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
6
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

Air bags

8 reports6 crashes
“Brakes locked up while driving on the freeway, causing collision with another car and freeway guard rail. CHP report taken. AAA auto insurance does not seem interested in investigating manufacturing defect problems/issues. No dashboard warning/maintenance lights illuminated”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 4, 2025Air bags, Service brakesCrash reportedODI 11678276

Service brakes

5 reports3 crashes
“the incident occurred at about [XXX] a.m. on [XXX] on [XXX] south near Chattanooga at approximately mile marker [XXX]. I was traveling in the left lane (of two) with a tractor trailer directly adjacent to me in the right lane. The dash cam confirms my speed was 70 mph and I was slowly passing the tractor trailer, with a car approximately 4 car lengths in front and another car approximately 4 car lengths behind. When my car passed over a small road seam (evident in the video) my brakes immediately locked up with no input from me (confirmed by EDR data). The car started to veer into the right lane and I corrected the car to the left, at which point the car began to rotate while on the highway, continued into the median, and after a 360 degree rotation came to rest and shut off automatically. This occurred the day after I had a comprehensive 120,000 mile inspection done by Lexus. Lexus has been almost completely unresponsive despite having had 2 technicians examine the car. I was told I would hear from Lexus by October 8th, it is now November 3. I commissioned forensic engineers to evaluate the Event Data Recorder and their conclusions are as follows: 1. The EDR…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 3, 2026Service brakesCrash reportedODI 11775339

Fuel/propulsion system

4 reports
“While I was driving on the highway in cruise control, my car suddenly broke the cruise setting, slowed down, and the check engine light turned on. I pulled over and the car would not accelerate to over about 15-20 mph. I made it to an auto center, where they informed me that the reader said there was an issue with one of the fuel pumps. I am aware that there is a recall on fuel pumps in this model of vehicle and I believe that I experienced this defect.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 19, 2026Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11757851
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium 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 200t
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
222825$3,100360
NX 200t AWD
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
222824$3,200363
NX 200t AWD F Sport
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
222724$3,200374
  • NX 200t
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • NX 200t AWD
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • NX 200t AWD F Sport
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 27 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    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
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Lexus NX200T SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
4 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Lexus NX200T SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
4 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 9648Vehicle 9647
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

2015 NX200T questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus NX200T have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2015 Lexus NX200T problems?

Owners filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (8), service brakes (5), fuel/propulsion system (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2015 Lexus NX200T get?

The EPA rates the 2015 Lexus NX200T at 24–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2015 Lexus NX200T?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Lexus NX200T 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026