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2013 Lexus GS450h

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 GS450h.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AV-S6)

The 2013 Lexus GS450h is a passenger car fitted with an automatic AV-S6 transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 29/34/31 mpg, with routine oil service specified at 6.7 qt of 0W-20 API oil. Within the 2007–2017 complaint history, the model line fell from a peak of 48 complaints in 2007 to a low of one in 2012, and the 2013 model’s 17 complaints place it among the lower-complaint years despite a small rise from that 2012 floor. With zero recalls and steering noted as the top complaint area, the 2013 GS450h reads as a relatively settled year in this generation’s reliability record, though not as quiet as the 2012 outlier.

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Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy29/34/31 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S65D26L Hybrid · 360 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 S65D26L Hybrid · 360 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP235-45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 04152YZZA3
Engine air filter1780131170
Spark plug9091901263
Battery2880031411
Front wiper blades8522230650 alt 8521230480
Serpentine belt9091602703
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1603131020
Cabin air filter8713930100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined29 / 34 / 31 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume13 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 6.7 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear OilGL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.48 Pints
Engine Oil0W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity6.7 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts184 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub214 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing8-12, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity.99-1.21 lbs
Oil TypeND 11 oil or equivalent
Oil Capacity4.57 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberS65D26L Hybrid
Standard BCI Cranking Performance360 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance1.9 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Injector Primary Resistance3-100 Motor ohms
Engine Compression102-145 PSI. 29 maximum variation PSI.

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Torque to Knuckle100 ft-lbs / 92 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.709 in / 1.181 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.709 in / 1.181 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.65 in / 1.062 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
145 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9045 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; 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)
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 Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · 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)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)

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 2013 Lexus GS450h recorded 17 complaints, which is higher than the 1 complaint in 2012 and the 5 complaints in 2011 but far below the 22 complaints in 2008 and the 48 complaints in 2007, showing a general decline after the early generation spike. Recalls dropped to zero in 2013, matching 2012, 2015 and 2017, whereas earlier years had recalls (5 in 2007, 3 in 2008, 2 in 2011). Investigations remained steady at one for 2013, consistent with most other years in the record. Technical service bulletins peaked at 293 for 2013, the highest figure in the provided data, despite the low complaint and recall counts. The top complaint areas were Steering (3), Visibility/Wiper (3), Service Brakes (2) and Engine (1), with three crash complaints and one fire complaint, though the data does not specify underlying causes. Overall, the low complaint and recall numbers relative to earlier model years suggest the 2013 GS450h is a reliable choice for a used purchase, provided buyers verify that any relevant service bulletins have been addressed.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
293
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
17
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 17 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Steering3
Visibility/Wiper3
Service Brakes2
Engine1
Seats,Unknown Or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Electrical System,Seats1
Structure1

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 293 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 2013 GS450h take?

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

Does the 2013 GS450h have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the GS450h get?

EPA figures are 29 city / 34 highway / 31 combined mpg.