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2017 Lexus IS300

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 IS300.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2017 Lexus IS300 is a passenger car featuring an Automatic (S6) transmission and an EPA-rated fuel economy of 19/26/21 mpg. Maintenance for this model requires 6.8 qt of 0W-20 viscosity engine oil. In a model history spanning 2001 to 2019, the 2017 year is the most reliable entry, recording zero recalls and only two owner complaints compared to the peak of 45 complaints seen in 2002.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 25 · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9672335028. 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 25 · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnHOTOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/45R17, P225/40R18, P255/35R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5, 8.0, 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9672335028 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter1780131170
Fuel filter7702430160 alt 7717550010
Spark plug9091901249
Battery2880038100
Front wiper blades8522253090 alt 8521253100
Serpentine belt99367K1550
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1603131020
Cabin air filter8713930100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume11 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 6.8 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 Capacity1.7
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSAE90 · GL-5
Engine CoolantTOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Coolant Capacity10.1
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity6.8 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts62.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs81.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Driveshaft Flange to TransmissionFirst: 134.0 Second: 51.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts41.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug15.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerLexus
Spark Plug Gap0.035-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.15-1.36 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.38-3.91 oz
Standard BCI Group Number25
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque20
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: 1.063; 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

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
290.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
1Cap bolts45 ft. lbs
2Cap bolts90 degrees
319.0

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 miSpark 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 IS300 sits at a favorable point in the generation's federal record, posting the lowest complaint count (2) across the 2016–2019 window—down from 3 in 2016 and well below the 6–7 complaints recorded in 2018–2019. Unlike the later years, the 2017 model had zero recalls, though one NHTSA investigation carried over from 2016 and forward into 2018 (the data does not specify the subject). The 126 TSBs for 2017 is moderate—lower than 2016's 164 but higher than the 116 and 82 in subsequent years—indicating the manufacturer was still issuing routine service bulletins rather than addressing major defects. The complaint breakdown shows one each for unknown/other and suspension issues, with zero crash or fire complaints. This combination suggests the 2017 model represents a relatively tight window before complaint and recall frequencies rose in 2018–2019, making it a potentially preferable purchase within this generation.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
126
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
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 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Unknown Or Other1
Suspension1

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 126 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
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.
KLG Technical In2022-12-01EquipmentTI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
19LE05 Technical2022-12-01EquipmentTI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
LSB002121Rev12022-06-20Engine And Engine CoolingTSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream…

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 IS300 take?

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

Does the 2017 IS300 have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the IS300 get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.