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2014 Lexus CT200h

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 CT200h.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2014 Lexus CT200h is a compact passenger car built on Lexus’s hybrid platform and equipped with an automatic transmission that delivers variable gear ratios, allowing it to achieve an EPA rating of 43 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 42 mpg combined. Its fuel‑efficient powertrain is complemented by a modest level of owner feedback—only 20 complaints were logged for the model year, with service brakes identified as the most frequent issue, and the vehicle recorded zero recalls. Within the broader 20112017 CT200h span, 2014 sits toward the middle of a reliability curve that peaked in complaints in 2012 (51) and reached a low point in 2016 (3), indicating that the 2014 model benefits from early‑generation refinements while still exhibiting the relatively low problem rate that characterizes the line’s overall durability.

Model year2017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · 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 sizeP195-65R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5 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 filter8713907020 alt 8713902090

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 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 27.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts140 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub159 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing0-16, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.00-1.04 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND 11 Oil
Oil Capacity4.40-5.00 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberS46B24R Hybrid
Standard BCI Cranking Performance325 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance2.01-2.31 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Injector Primary Resistance3-100 Motor ohms
Engine Compression89.5-118 PSI. 14.5 maximum variation PSI.

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH 10.00 inch DISC / WITH 11.00 inch DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket25 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle42 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Torque Caliper to Bracket25 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle101 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Brake ApplicationWITH 10.00 inch DISC / WITH 11.00 inch DISC

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
136 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9036 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 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) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level)
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 2014 Lexus CT200h sits within a clear downward trend in federal complaints and technical service bulletins (TSBs) across the generation. Complaints peaked at 51 in 2012, then fell to 40 in 2013 before dropping to 20 for the 2014 model year, with no recalls recorded for 2014 or any subsequent year. TSBs also declined from 304 in 2013 to 277 in 2014, continuing a steady reduction through 2017. The 2014 model’s top complaint category is service brakes with 7 reports, though the data does not specify a root cause. Overall, the 2014 CT200h represents a maturing model year with fewer reported issues than earlier versions, making it a relatively safe used purchase, but a brake system inspection is advisable given the concentration of complaints.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
277
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
20
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 20 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes7
Engine3
Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System,Service Brakes1
Electrical System,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Air Bags1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic,Service Brakes, Air1
Power Train1

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 277 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

Does the 2014 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.