Model year guide

2016 Lexus NX 300H

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Lexus NX 300H is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 142 on record.

2016 Lexus NX 300H — representative photo
Representative photo

2016 Lexus NX 300H at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined32 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Lexus NX 300H recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Lexus NX 300H.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Lexus NX 300H MPG & running costs

Combined32 mpg
City34 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,100
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,500 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Lexus NX 300H costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,500
Fuel only$10,500
Per mile$0.14

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2016 Lexus NX 300H. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

Issue: This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note:…

Transport Canada #2021723 · Nov 2021

Airbag

On certain vehicles, the airbag system pressure sensors and/or acceleration sensors used to detect vehicle impact may contain manufacturing defects. As a result, the airbag warning light may illuminate and the side/curtain shield airbags and/or front airbags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect and replace the d…

Transport Canada #2018061 · Jan 2018

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the electrical power cords of some dealer installed block heaters may have been improperly manufactured, causing the wires to contact each other, resulting in a short circuit. A short circuit could lead to a fire which would increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: For vehicles where the subject block heater was approved for instal…

Transport Canada #2017363 · Jul 2017

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2016 Lexus NX 300H vehicles on record

Other Lexus NX 300H model years

2016 Lexus NX 300H — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Lexus NX 300H have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 Lexus NX 300H. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Lexus NX 300H get?

The 2016 Lexus NX 300H has a U.S. EPA estimate of 32 mpg combined (34 city / 30 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.