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Lucas Oil Fuel Treatment

#133 in Automotiveliquid
$29.68

Priced as of May 12, 2026

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CarCareTruth's Analysis

Last reviewed May 15, 2026

TL;DR The active detergent ingredient is not disclosed on the label or brand site — so there is no independent basis for evaluating the cleaning claim. Over 24,000 Amazon reviews at 4.8★ is a genuine track record, but the BITOG community has never reached consensus on what the chemistry actually does.

What it is and how it performs

Lucas markets this as a fuel system treatment and upper cylinder lubricant for gasoline and diesel engines. The SDS lists only a heavy paraffinic base oil carrier — the detergent package is withheld as a trade secret, so there is no basis for comparing the cleaning mechanism to named-active alternatives. The brand states the product cleans injectors and neutralizes sulfur; no SAE papers or third-party tests corroborate those claims. Dosing: 2–3 oz per 10 gallons every 3,000 miles.

Who should buy this — and who should skip it

Best for owners on non-Top Tier fuel in older port-injection or diesel engines who want low-cost maintenance. Skip it if you consistently run Top Tier gasoline (the OEM detergent package already covers this), or if severe fouling symptoms are present — professional ultrasonic cleaning is the right call, not a one-bottle treatment.

Safety and environmental impact

SDS classifies the full mixture as "Not classified" — no signal word, no H-codes. The paraffinic base oil carrier (flash point 232°C) produces negligible vapor at ambient temperature; no meaningful inhalation or contact exposure at the pour step. The Amazon listing carries a Prop 65 warning; SDS §15 names no specific Prop 65 chemical. The product combusts in the engine — exhaust byproducts are the environmental endpoint.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from Lucas Oil, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • The world’s #1 fuel additive for both gasoline and diesel engines
  • A great tune-up in a bottle – treats gasoline, diesel fuel and increases MPG
  • Cleans and lubricates the fuel system, including fuel injectors, carburetor and combustion chamber
  • Improves fuel economy by burning excess exhaust emissions
  • Increases power and acceleration by improving fuel flow and reducing deposit buildup
  • Neutralizes sulfur and other harmful contaminants present in the fuel system
  • Increases the life of pumps and injectors
  • Prevents rust and corrosion, prolonging the life of engine and fuel system components
  • Complies with federal low sulfur content requirements for diesel motor vehicles and non-road, locomotive and marine diesel equipment engines
  • Safely replaces the need for lead in older engines without causing harmful effects

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Manufacturer specifications
Brand
Lucas Oil
Liquid Volume
1 Gallons
Package Information
Bottle
UPC
049807400132 049807100131
Automotive Fit Type
Vehicle Specific Fit
Container Type
Bottle
Part Interchange Info
10013
Brand Name
Lucas Oil
Manufacturer Part Number
10013
Global Trade Identification Number
00049807100131
Manufacturer
Lucas Oil
Size
128 Fluid Ounce

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