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2001 Lexus LS430

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2001 LS430.

Transmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2001 Lexus LS430 is a luxury vehicle featuring a 5-speed automatic transmission and an engine that utilizes 4.9 quarts of 5W-30 API oil. This configuration yields an EPA-rated fuel economy of 16/23/19 mpg. While the model year carries zero recalls, it represents the high point for owner complaints within the 2001-2006 model history, recording 52 complaints—primarily regarding the structure—compared to a low of 17 in 2006.

Model year200620052004200320022001

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZD3. 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 24F · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLIGHTSOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225-60HR16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD3
Engine air filter1780150030
Fuel filter233000A020 alt 2321746090
Spark plug9008091180
Front wiper blades8522212750 alt 8521213031
Serpentine belt9091602586
Thermostat9091603100 alt 1634650010
Cabin air filter8713950030 alt 8850830110

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume107 cu ft
Cargo volume16 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 4.9 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.9 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts181 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub214 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)750 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant CapacitySingle Unit, 1.32-1.54; dual unit, 1.87-2.09. lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.90 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance13.4-14.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression142-178 PSI. 14 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure4.3 psi @ Idle, 43-85 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket81 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle76 ft-lbs / 58 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.181 in / 0.63 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.181 in / 0.63 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.102 in / 0.571 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 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.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Canister (inspect)
Every 90,000 miTiming Belt (replace)
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 2001 model year represents the peak of consumer complaints for this generation, with 52 complaints—more than double the 2003 low of 25 and significantly higher than subsequent years. Notably, 2001 is the only year in the data set with a federal investigation (1 case), and it recorded the highest number of TSBs (104), suggesting the model launched with a higher incidence of unresolved or recurring issues that required technical service bulletins. The complaint profile shows structural concerns (9 cases) and latch/lock/linkage problems (6 cases) as the top categories, with 10 crash-related complaints and 1 fire complaint also on record. While 2001 had zero recalls—potentially indicating issues were addressed through warranty rather than formal safety recalls—the 2002 model year saw 2 recalls and 2004 saw 4, suggesting the manufacturer subsequently identified and corrected problems that likely existed in the 2001 build. The downward complaint trajectory from 2001 through 2006 suggests iterative improvements, though the 2004 bump (36 complaints, 4 recalls) indicates some new issues emerged. Given the above-average complaint volume, the presence of an investigation, and the highest TSB count in the series, the 2001 model year appears to be the least refined of the generation and may carry higher long-term reliability risk compared to later model years.

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Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
104
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
52
Owner complaints
10 involved a crash · 1 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 52 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure9
Latches/Locks/Linkages6
Vehicle Speed Control4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Structure,Latches/Locks/Linkages3
Unknown Or Other2
Engine & Engine Cooling2
Steering2

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 104 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
Safety Recall 222022-04-13EquipmentLexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0006-222022-03-09EquipmentTSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet…
Lexus PRO19-02 -2022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
L-SB-0002-20 Rev2020-08-05EngineTSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain…
L-SB-0002-20 Rev2020-08-05Power TrainTSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain…

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 2001 LS430 take?

4.9 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2001 LS430 have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the LS430 get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.