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2022 Lexus RX350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 RX350.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2022 Lexus RX350 utilizes an eight-speed automatic transmission and carries an engine oil cooler with a specified 0W-20 viscosity, delivering EPA fuel economy ratings of 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. Set against the model’s historical complaint data from 2004 through 2019—which saw highs of 225 grievances in 2007 and lows of 26 in 2014—the 2022 edition records 36 total owner complaints with zero recalls, placing it among the more stable model years. This positions the vehicle as a low-complaint benchmark for researchers examining long-term ownership trends.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacityEquipped with Oil CoolerOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/27/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24L · 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 24L · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTRN1OEM · verified
Tire size235/65R18 106VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030179006 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter178010P051
Spark plug9091901263
Battery2880038080
Front wiper blades852120E081 alt 852220E081
Serpentine belt90916A2026
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1603131031
Cabin air filter871390E040

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 27 / 23 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 holds Equipped with Oil Cooler of 0W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.7 its.
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil0W-20
Transfer Case Fluid75W-85 · GL-5

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs6.75 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub217 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 ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug TypeFK20HBR8
Spark Plug GapNew: 0.0276-0.0315"; Used: 0.0433" in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
Standard BCI Group Number24L
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression142-189 PSI. 15 maximum variation PSI.

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 114.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 111.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Minimum Pad Thickness0.039" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 0.984; Rear: 0.65
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.006

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°18 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 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 miFloor Mat (inspect) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Fuel Tank (add fluid conditioner) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miBrake Rotor (inspect) · 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 provided federal record for this vehicle generation extends from 2004 through 2019, meaning the 2022 target year falls outside the detailed year-by-year arc, though its specific complaint metrics are isolated in the data. Historically, complaints peaked in the generation's early years (225 in 2007) before generally trending downward, with later years like 2018 and 2019 seeing 42 and 64 complaints, respectively. For the 2022 model year, the federal record indicates a relatively low complaint volume centered around "Unknown or Other" (7 complaints) and "Tires" (4 complaints), along with 6 crash complaints and 2 fire complaints. Because the 2022 data reflects a continuation of the lower-complaint trend seen in the tail end of the provided record rather than the high-volume early years, it suggests the model has matured and stabilized. Based on the available federal data, the 2022 Lexus RX350 appears to be a good year to buy, demonstrating fewer reported issues than earlier iterations and no immediate red flags in its specific complaint categories.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
85
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
36
Owner complaints
6 involved a crash · 2 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 36 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other7
Tires4
Air Bags2
Electrical System2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine2
Visibility/Wiper2

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 85 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0057-22 Rev22026-02-02Electrical SystemOBSOLETE NOTICE February 2, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0004-26.
L-SB-0004-262026-01-23Electrical SystemSome 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev22025-12-15StructureSome 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-TT-0326-23 Rev22025-08-19Electrical SystemSome customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features…
L-SB-0043-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…

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 2022 RX350 take?

Equipped with Oil Cooler of ILSAC GF-6A 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 RX350 have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the RX350 get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 27 highway / 23 combined mpg.