Research · Midsize Cars
2019 Lexus UX 200Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2019 Lexus UX 200. Most complaints involve electrical system (1) and power train (1). The EPA rates it 33 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
33mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$1,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2019 Lexus UX 200 as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2020 – Feb 2023
- Electrical system1
- Power train1
- Engine1
- Structure1
- Vehicle speed control1
- Other / unknown1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
1 report
“The contact owns a 2019 Lexus UX200. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the battery was drained. The contact stated that after jump starting the vehicle, while driving, the battery was not recharging. The needed another jump start after being turned off. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and no cause for the battery or electrical failure was determined. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,000. The VIN was not available.”
Power train
1 report
“Car has a really bad jerk when the vehicle is accelerating and slowing down.”
Engine
1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
1 version rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AV-S10)
- Drive
- Front-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 11, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UX 200 Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 33 | $1,900 | 271 |
- 33mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Lexus UX 200 5 HB FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 14.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 14080
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat 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.
2019 UX 200 questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus UX 200 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 11, 2026.
What are the most common 2019 Lexus UX 200 problems?
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (1), power train (1), engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2019 Lexus UX 200 get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Lexus UX 200 at 33 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2019 Lexus UX 200?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Lexus UX 200 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026