After decelerating to a range of 5-15 MPH and upon trying to accelerate the car exhibits a significant lag before it accelerates. Dealer states per a test drive that this behavior is per design specifications, and recommended the use of premium fuel (per lexus owner's manual, regular unleaded fuel is recommended). The problem is 100% reproducible at any time within the speed ranges and scenario described.
2005 Lexus ES330 transmission complaints
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There is a problem with hesitation with my 2005 lexus es 330. When the accelerator is depressed in certain situations there is a lag before the engine responds. This is a serious safety issue with this automobile. Lexus said the vehicle checks out fine. I disagree and from what I read on the net this has been a problem in past years with lexus automobiles.
(1) car was nearly new, only 100 miles, no abnormal behavior up to that point. (2) while shifting into park as part of the process of parking, and with no pressure on accellerator, car suddenly lurched forward, striking concrete stancheon of parking lot light pole. This resulted in damage to the front bumper, frame, right quarter-panel, right headlight assembly, causing over $4,000 in repair costs. (3) above problems were repaired by a dealer-approved auto body shop.
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