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2023 Lexus GX460

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 GX460.

Transmission Automatic (S6)

The 2023 Lexus GX460 pairs a six-speed automatic transmission with an engine that takes 8.2 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-20 oil, returning EPA estimates of 15 city, 19 highway, and 16 combined mpg. Early ownership data shows just six total complaints and zero recalls, with service brakes emerging as the leading concern — a figure that sits below even the model's historical low of seven complaints recorded in 2013 across the 2010–2019 run, suggesting this model year continues the nameplate's trend toward exceptional reliability.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity8.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/19/16 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030179006. 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 24F · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP265/60R18 109HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 04152YZZA3
Engine air filter1780138051
Spark plug9091901191
Battery2880054020
Front wiper blades8521260210 alt 8522260260
Serpentine belt90916A2033
Thermostat1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter8713907020 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 19 / 16 mpg
Drivetrain4-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 8.2 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 · SAE J1703 · DOT 4 · SAE J1704 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Brake FluidDOT 3 · SAE J1703 · DOT 4 · SAE J1704
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Oil0W-20 · 5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity8.2 qt
Power Steering FluidATF
Transfer Case FluidToyota Genuine Transfer Gear Oil LF 75W

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub173 ft-lbs

Ignition

Curb Idle Speed (No Load)665 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)115 rpm

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

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; 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 Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Active Suspension System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect)
At 30,000 miActive Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miActive Suspension System (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.

The Lexus GX460 demonstrated a clear trend of improving reliability from 2010 to 2019, with annual complaints dropping from 38 to 8 and Technical Service Bulletins decreasing from 233 to 98. The 2023 model year continues this downward trajectory with only five total complaints, specifically involving service brakes, seat belts, visibility/wipers, and one unspecified area. There were zero reported fire or crash complaints for the target year. The provided data does not specify the root cause for these few complaints. Because the 2023 model sits at the lowest end of the generation's complaint arc, this is a good year to buy.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
66
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Service Brakes2
Seat Belts1
Unknown Or Other1
Visibility/Wiper1
Steering1

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 66 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0057-22 Rev22026-02-02Electrical SystemOBSOLETE NOTICE February 2, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0004-26.
L-TT-0348-25 Rev12026-01-30Service BrakesCustomers state Parking Brake efficiency concerns. The conditions can include the…
L-SB-0004-262026-01-23Electrical SystemSome 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev22025-12-15StructureSome 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-TT-0326-23 Rev22025-08-19Electrical SystemSome customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features…

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 2023 GX460 take?

8.2 qt of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil ILSAC GF-6A 0W-20 or Equivalent. If 0W-20 is unavailable 5W-20 may be used but must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change., per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 GX460 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the GX460 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg.