Model year guide

2021 Lexus UX 200

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Lexus UX 200 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2021 Lexus UX 200 — representative photo
Representative photo

2021 Lexus UX 200 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined32 mpg

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

2021 Lexus UX 200 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2021 Lexus UX 200.

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.

2021 Lexus UX 200 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2021 Lexus UX 200 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 14.0% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2021 Lexus UX 200 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2021 Lexus UX 200 MPG & running costs

Combined32 mpg
City29 mpg
Highway37 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,100
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S10)
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume22 cu ft
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 2021 Lexus UX 200 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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
177.2 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
60.6 in
Wheelbase
103.9 in
Curb weight
3,307 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2021 Lexus UX 200. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 65

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 65.

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a de…

Bulletin LSB000723 · Equipment · Feb 2023

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23

Bulletin LSB004319 · Equipment · Feb 2023

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to delive…

Bulletin L-SB-0057-22 · Equipment · Dec 2022

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

Bulletin LSB002121Rev1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2022

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

Bulletin LSB002121Rev1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2022

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS.

Bulletin TECHNICAL INSTRU · Equipment, Structure · Jun 2022

TSB: Some 2020 model year ES 350, ES 300h, UX 200, and UX 250h vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED stays on after bulb check. ?Lexus App does not ac…

Bulletin LSB003621Rev2 · Electrical System · Jun 2022

TSB: Some 2020 model year ES 350, ES 300h, UX 200, and UX 250h vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED stays on after bulb check. ?Lexus App does not ac…

Bulletin LSB003621Rev2 · Electrical System · Jun 2022

TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.

Bulletin LTT031622 · Communication · May 2022

Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022

Bulletin Safety Recall 22 · Equipment · Apr 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the UX 200 FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2021 Lexus UX 200 vehicles on record

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2021 Lexus UX 200 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Lexus UX 200 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2021 Lexus UX 200. 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 are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus UX 200?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, tires.

What is the 2021 Lexus UX 200 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2021 Lexus UX 200 an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2021 Lexus UX 200 get?

The 2021 Lexus UX 200 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 32 mpg combined (29 city / 37 highway).

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