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2015 Lexus CT200H

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 CT200H.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2015 Lexus CT200H is a passenger car equipped with an automatic transmission utilizing variable gear ratios, and it carries an EPA fuel-economy rating of 43/40/42 mpg. Within the model’s 20112017 production span, the 2015 model year logged 16 total owner complaints, placing it well below the 2012 peak of 51 yet above the 2016 low of 3. Notably, this model year was not subject to any recalls. That placement marks the 2015 CT200H as a comparatively settled vintage in the line’s history, offering fewer reported issues than the highest-complaint year and no recall exposure.

Model year2017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy43/40/42 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S46B24R Hybrid · 325 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030169011. 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 S46B24R Hybrid · 325 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205/55R16, P215/45R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.0, 7.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030169011 alt 04152YZZA6
Engine air filter1780137021
Spark plug9091901275
Battery2880037092
Front wiper blades8522276010 alt 8521274010
Thermostat1632637020 alt 1603137010
Cabin air filter8713950100 alt 8713907020

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length171.3 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height57.5 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Curb weight3219 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined43 / 40 / 42 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 27.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.2
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity4.4 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity11.9 gallons
Power Steering FluidEPAS

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts140 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs16.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) BoltsLocking nut: 55.0, To Knuckle: 36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 159.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub Bearing Housing BoltsAfter tightening, stake lock nut.

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity0.97-1.10 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity4.40-4.90 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberS46B24R Hybrid
Standard BCI Cranking Performance325 cca
Standard BCI Group NumberS46B24R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance325 cca

Service checks

RPM44-50 @ idle rpm
Residual Pressure21 After 5 min, engine off psi
Engine Compression89.5-118 PSI. 14.5 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Compressionpsi 89.5-118 max variation 14.5 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25 /; Front: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 101; Rear: 42 /; Front: 101; Rear: 42
ABS Sensor Torque6.2 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .335
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .006

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9030 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 at 120,000 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) · 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 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
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 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

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 2015 Lexus CT200H lands squarely in the favorable back half of its generation's federal record, registering just 16 complaints, no recalls, and no open investigations—a meaningful step down from the 2012 peak of 51 complaints and well below the early-model-year average. The complaint arc across 20112017 shows a clear declining trend after the 2012 high (51), with each successive year posting fewer owner reports until bottoming out at 3 in 2016, suggesting that early-build teething issues (concentrated in 2012–2013) were largely resolved by the time the 2015 model rolled off the line. Recalls are essentially a non-factor here: only the 2011 and 2012 model years carry any, while the 2015 and every subsequent year are recall-free, and TSB volume has steadily tapered from a 2013 high of 304 down to 232 for the target year. The few complaints that do exist cluster around brake-system and electrical anomalies rather than powertrain or hybrid-battery failures, and with only 3 crash-related and 1 fire-related complaint in the entire model year, the severity profile is mild. Notably, the 2017 model year did open an investigation—something to be aware of if you're cross-shopping newer examples—but that does not retroactively implicate the 2015. On the whole, the 2015 represents one of the strongest buys in the CT200H lineup, pairing a clean recall history with low and declining complaint volume.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
232
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
16
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 1 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 16 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System,Service Brakes3
Service Brakes3
Unknown Or Other2
Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes2
Air Bags2
Power Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Steering,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1

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 232 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-SB-0017-19 Rev12025-02-07StructureSome 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of…
L-SB-0017-19 Rev12025-02-07StructureSome 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev12024-07-29StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

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 2015 CT200H take?

4.4 qt of 0W-20 ILSAC multigrade engine oil, per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 CT200H have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the CT200H get?

EPA figures are 43 city / 40 highway / 42 combined mpg.