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2022 Lexus NX350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 NX350.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2022 Lexus NX350 utilizes an S8 automatic transmission to achieve EPA fuel economy estimates of 22/29/25 mpg, with its engine requiring 5.6 quarts of 0W-20 viscosity oil for routine maintenance. In the context of the model's reliability history, this year exhibits a low volume of 9 total owner complaints but is accompanied by 4 recalls. Because the top complaint area involves the service brakes and forward collision avoidance, researchers should understand that while overall owner dissatisfaction is minimal, verifying the completion of these specific safety recalls is critical when evaluating this vehicle.

Model year2025202420232022

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.6 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/29/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 600 CCA battery, 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.

Battery groupBCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 600 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified
Tire size235/60R18 103HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter17801F0050
Spark plug90919A1008
Battery2880025050
Front wiper blades8521276020 alt 85212F6010
Serpentine belt9091602668 alt 90916A2030
Thermostat16342F0010 alt 16343F0010
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 weight3968 lb
Track (front / rear)65.7 / 67.3 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 29 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.6 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.5 qt
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.48-0.58 Qts.
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity5.6 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts96.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs14.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)900 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.28-1.41 lbs
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
Oil Capacity2.37 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression145-189 PSI. 14 Maximum variation PSI

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1The Bearing Caps closest to the Timing Gear on each camshaft22 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°18 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
166.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 66.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°, Step 4: 90°66 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°15 ft. lbs

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 miFloor Mat (inspect) · Universal 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 miBrake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin 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) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect) · Transmission Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & 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 2022 Lexus NX350 lead in one area — the service brakes,forward collision avoidance, 2 of 9 reports (22%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 4 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the service brakes,forward collision avoidance 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.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
128
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
9
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 9 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance2
Unknown Or Other2
Lane Departure1
Carry Handle, Shell, Base,Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness,Insert, Padding1
Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Structure,Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Electrical System1

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 128 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-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…
L-SB-0021-252026-02-27EngineOBSOLETE 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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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 NX350 take?

5.6 qt of ILSAC GF-6A 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 NX350 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the NX350 get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpg.