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2021 Lexus LC500h

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 LC500h.

Transmission Automatic (AV-S10)

The 2021 Lexus LC500h combines its Automatic (AV-S10) transmission with a powertrain that achieves an EPA-estimated 29 combined mpg—26 city and 34 highway—while requiring 6.0 quarts of 0W-20 engine oil for proper lubrication. This model year occupies a notably strong position in the vehicle's reliability history, backed by zero recalls and just a single owner complaint regarding exterior lighting. For researchers, this minimal fault record means the 2021 LC500h stands as a remarkably stable and trouble-free iteration of the model.

Model year20252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy26/34/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Hybrid: Vented to the outside of vehicle. 48 · 690 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 Hybrid: Vented to the outside of vehicle. 48 · 690 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLOEM · verified
Tire size245/45RF20, Rear: 275/40RF20OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5-J, Rear: 9.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 04152YZZA1
Engine air filter1780131150
Spark plug9091901263
Battery2880031450
Front wiper blades8521211030 alt 8522211040
Serpentine belt9091602745
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1603131080
Cabin air filter8713911010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S10)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 34 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainRear-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 6.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, SAE J1703 · Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.2 qt
Brake FluidSAE J1703 · Dot 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.85-0.95 Qts.
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Coolant Capacity11.5 qt
Engine Oil0W-20

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsTo Crankshaft: 61.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs81.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug15.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)±50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug TypeFK20HBR8
Spark Plug GapUsed: .0433 in.; New: .0276-.0315 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.143 - 1.281 lbs
Oil TypeND-11 or equivalent
Standard BCI Group NumberHybrid: Vented to the outside of vehicle. 48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance690 cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure MinimumHigh Pressure: 261 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure MaximumHigh Pressure: 406 psi
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)261.0
RPM28.0-121.0 @ Idle rpm
Engine Compression80
Engine Oil Pressure4 psi minimum @ Idle psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM29 psi minimum @ 2,500 RPM

Brakes

Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 100.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 111.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.0394; Rear: 0.0394 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.299; Rear: 1.102
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .0016
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 7.520

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
127.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°, Step 3: 90°, Step 4: Left Side: 22.027 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 60,000 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) · Hybrid Battery Compartment Air Filter (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake 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) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
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 (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
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 2021 Lexus LC500h dominate in one area — the exterior lighting, 1 of 1 reports (100%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the exterior lighting 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.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
63
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Exterior Lighting1

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 63 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
LSB0007232023-02-14EquipmentTSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions…
LSB0043192023-02-14EquipmentOBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23
L-SB-0057-222022-12-07EquipmentTSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation…
LSB001320Rev22022-06-21Service Brakes, HydraulicTSB: All 2018 ? 2022 model year LC 500 and LC 500h, and 2022 model year LC 500…
LSB001320Rev22022-06-21Service Brakes, HydraulicTSB: All 2018 ? 2022 model year LC 500 and LC 500h, and 2022 model year LC 500…

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 2021 LC500h take?

6.0 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 LC500h have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the LC500h get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined mpg.