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2018 Lexus LX570

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 LX570.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2018 Lexus LX570 is an SUV fitted with an Automatic (S8) transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 13/18/15 mpg, and it carries an engine oil capacity of 7.9 qt using 0W-20 viscosity. Across the 2008–2019 complaint history, the 2018 model recorded only four owner complaints, a total that falls well below the 2013 high of eight and close to the 2011 low of one. Combined with two recalls, that low complaint volume places the 2018 model year among the more settled entries in the LX570's documented reliability history.

Model year202120202019201820172016201520142013

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy13/18/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 27F · 710 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 27F · 710 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnEOEM · verified
Tire sizeP285/50R20, P275/50R21OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter1780138030
Spark plug9091901191
Battery2880066021
Front wiper blades8522253071 alt 8522242110
Serpentine belt90916A2033
Thermostat1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter8713976010 alt 8713907020

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length200 in
Overall width78 in
Overall height75.2 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Curb weight5908 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 64.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined13 / 18 / 15 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 7.9 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.9
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity17.1
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity7.9 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts221.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts97 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerLexus
Spark Plug Gap.039 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque15 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.60-5.11 oz
Standard BCI Group Number27F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance710 cca

Service checks

RPM41.0-42.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure21.0.
Engine Compression145

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueRear: 65
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 133; Rear: 114

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 3 stages
1Short bolts84 in
2Long bolts22 ft. lbs
312.0
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
290.0
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages
1Inner bolts45 ft. lbs
2Outer bolts20 ft. lbs
3Inner and outer bolts90 degrees
433.0

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 miFloor Mat (inspect)
Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
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 2018 Lexus LX570 occupies a mid-cycle position within its generation, showing a modest uptick in complaints (4) compared to the near-zero levels of 20162017 but remaining well below the earlier peak of 8 in 2013. Recalls held steady at 2, matching the 2014–2015 and 2019 totals, while Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) dropped to 89—the lowest since the model’s introduction—suggesting most engineering refinements had been addressed by this point. The absence of crash- or fire-related complaints in 2018 further distinguishes it from years with higher incident volumes, though the scattered complaint categories (brakes, airbags, and unspecified issues) reveal no systemic pattern. Compared to the 2013–2015 stretch, where recalls were similarly low but TSBs more frequent, the 2018 model year appears to reflect a mature, stable iteration of the platform. With no investigations opened and minimal safety-related grievances, the data implies reliability is strong. **This makes the 2018 LX570 a prudent used purchase, assuming service history aligns with its favorable federal record.**

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
89
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
4
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 4 complaints on record, top 4 components.

Unknown Or Other1
Service Brakes1
Air Bags,Seat Belts1
Air Bags1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V887000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 13/12/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began…

20V682000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 89 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0030-24 Rev22025-12-15StructureSome 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0043-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
L-TT-0341-252025-04-02Electrical SystemTo assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may…
L-TT-0341-252025-04-02Electrical SystemTo assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may…
L-SB-0017-19 Rev12025-02-07StructureSome 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of…

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 2018 LX570 take?

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

Does the 2018 LX570 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the LX570 get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.