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2024 Lexus NX250

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 NX250.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2024 Lexus NX250 pairs its S8 automatic transmission with an EPA fuel economy rating of 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Because this model year is still in the early stages of its lifecycle, its reliability history is just beginning to take shape. Currently, the data shows 39 owner complaints and five recalls, with the most frequent issues categorized under "Unknown or Other." This lack of specific complaint trends means researchers will need to monitor these preliminary metrics closely as the vehicle's long-term dependability profile matures.

Model year2025202420232022

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy26/33/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter17801F0050
Spark plug9091901289
Front wiper blades8522278070 alt 85212F6010
Serpentine belt9091602778 alt 90916A2027
Thermostat1632647020 alt 1603125011
Cabin air filter8713958010 alt 871390E040

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.9 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height65.7 in
Wheelbase105.9 in
Curb weight3880 lb
Track (front / rear)65.7 / 67.3 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 33 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 5,000 miUniversal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Fuel Tank (add fluid conditioner) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Intercooler (drain & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Intercooler (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2024 Lexus NX250 lead in one area — the unknown or other, 8 of 39 reports (21%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 5 of the reports describe a crash and 2 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the unknown or other pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
108
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
39
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 39 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other8
Electrical System7
Electrical System,Latches/Locks/Linkages3
Structure2
Visibility/Wiper2
Back Over Prevention1
Power Train,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes,Back Over Prevention1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 108 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0017-25 Rev22026-04-17Power TrainOBSOLETE NOTICE April 17, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0009-26
L-SB-0009-262026-04-16Power TrainSome 2022 – 2024 model year NX 250 and NX 350, and 2023 – 2024 model year RX 350…
L-SB-0008-262026-04-14StructureSome 2024 – 2025 model year NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h North American Produced vehicles…
L-SB-0017-25 Rev22026-03-10Power TrainSome 2022 – 2024 model year NX 250 and NX 350, and 2023 – 2024 model year RX 350 vehicles…
L-SB-0021-252026-03-10EngineOBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 NX250 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the NX250 get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg.