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2017 Lexus GS350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 GS350.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2017 Lexus GS350 is a passenger car that calls for 6.0 quarts of 0W-20 engine oil and is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 20 mpg city, 28 highway, and 23 combined. Within the 20112019 complaint record, this model year generated only 4 owner complaints and 1 recall, a total that sits well below the 2013 peak of 41 and just above the 2012 low of 1. That positioning makes the 2017 one of the quieter, more stable data points in the generation’s reliability history.

Model year202020192018201720162015201420132011

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 torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/28/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24 · 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 24 · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnBECUOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/50R17; P235/45R18, P235/40R19, P265/65R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5, 8.0, 8.0, 9.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter1780131170
Spark plug9091901263
Battery2880038100
Front wiper blades8522230650 alt 8521230480
Serpentine belt90916A2026
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1603131071
Cabin air filter8713930100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 28 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
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, SAE90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidUse JWS3324 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.4
Automatic Transmission FluidUse JWS3324 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity1.7
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSAE90 · GL-5
Engine CoolantTOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Coolant Capacity9.9

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs81.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 29.0; Rear: 36.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 29.0; Rear: 36.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to Transmission58.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts41.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug15.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub217.0
Rear Wheel Hub214.0

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)675 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)75 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerLexus
Spark Plug Gap0.028-0.032 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.15-1.37 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity2.37-2.88 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

RPM28-121 @ IDLE rpm
Residual Pressure14: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 20; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 100; Rear: 92
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.062; Rear: 0.650
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002
Maximum Drum Diameter7.520

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages
184.0 inch lbs.84 in
2144.0 inch lbs.144 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
290.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
1Cap bolts45 ft. lbs
290.0

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; 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 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) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
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) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (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.

The 2017 Lexus GS350 represents a mid-cycle refinement within its generation, positioned between the relatively low-complaint 2016 model (3 complaints, 0 recalls) and the 2018 model, which saw a slight uptick in recalls (2) despite only 1 complaint. Complaint volume for the 2017 model (4) is well below the generation’s peak in 2013 (41 complaints) and aligns closely with the 2015 model (15 complaints), suggesting a period of stabilization in reliability. The single recall in 2017 is consistent with the broader trend of minimal recall activity for this generation post-2013, though the 2017’s top complaint areas—including airbags and seat belts—lack specificity in the data, offering limited insight into systemic issues. Notably, the 2017 model has no reported fire complaints and only one crash-related complaint, reinforcing its relative safety within the generation. With no investigations or alarming patterns, the 2017 GS350 emerges as a low-risk used purchase, particularly when compared to earlier high-complaint years. **Takeaway: The 2017 is a strong candidate for buyers prioritizing reliability, as it falls in one of the generation’s most stable and complaint-free windows.**

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
157
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
4
Owner complaints
1 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.

Seat Belts,Unknown Or Other1
Air Bags1
Wheels,Unknown Or Other,Engine1
Fuel System, Gasoline,Electrical System,Seat Belts,Tires1

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 157 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
LSB0005232023-02-09Fuel System, GasolineTSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON…
23LE022023-02-09Service Brakes, HydraulicDL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was…
23LE012023-02-09Fuel System, GasolineDL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was…
KLG Dealer Packa2022-12-01EquipmentDP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
19LE05 Dealer Pa2022-12-01EquipmentDP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.

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 2017 GS350 take?

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

Does the 2017 GS350 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the GS350 get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined mpg.