2006 Lexus GS300: check engine light

Filed Jun 21, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 163,631 miles · VA

Excessive oil consumption. Vehicle burns 3 1/2 qts of oil or more every 1500 miles. Causing my plugs to foul out and check engine code (0300) multiple cylinder misfire causing car to have sluggish acceleration. I took car in to charles barker lexus and was charged a diag fee and then told the car is burning oil internally and would be $4100 plus parts for further diag. Lexus offered a customer support program for stated issues for 9 years w/ no mileage limitations of which I was never informed of and was within time frame to qualify. At the time I was unaware of the program and now lexus is telling me my VIN # does not fall under that program and my vehicle is experiencing all of the identical issues. Also transmission solenoid failed causing hard jolt when slowing down before stopping. Fixed solenoid only to then have to replace cars computer. The transmission repair mechanic informed me of the ongoing problems with lexus transmissions and computer failure for the 2006 gs 300 as well as a class action law suite that was filed because of the same issues excessive oil consumption. I have since contacted lexus informing them of my issues and they decline to address my issues telling me that my vehicle VIN # does not fall under any recalls. I have spent over $2000 replacing the transmission solenoid and I had the cars computer rebuilt vs spending the additional money to replace it. Lexus denies the issues stated that is well documented on the forums pages and refuses to refund me for monies spent as well as refuses to address excessive oil consumption issues when they just settled a class action lawsuit for the same issues stated and offered a customer support program to pay for the cost of repairs for a period of 9 yrs with no mileage limitations. I have documentation for my repairs and looking for assistance in what action I need to take for this matter.

Filed Mar 15, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · NV

No 2 cyclinder no compression posible valve spring failure my car experience flashing check engine

Filed Oct 27, 2014 · Driver assistance, Engine · 75,500 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus gs300. The contact stated that the check engine and vehicle stability control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,500.

Filed Dec 27, 2013 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus gs300. The contact stated that she attempted to accelerate but the vehicle failed to move and there was an increase in engine rpms. Additionally, the check engine warning lamp was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the piston rings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who recommended replacing the transmission. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to pay for part of the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 101,000.

Filed Nov 5, 2012 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 100,249 miles · TN

Car max, inc. Sold [xxx] a defective automobile. Defective automobile; 2006 lexus gs 300 VIN# [xxx] mileage 100,249 carmax stock # [xxx]. Carmax refuse to repair the automobile. March 9, 2012; about 8:45 pm (night), headlights malfunctioned (cut off/on repeatedly). March 28, 2012; lexus of memphis replaced cogged AC filter. Engine front cover seal has noticeable oil leak, and left rear door lock actuator does not work. Invoice # [xxx]. Mileage 100,952. April 6, 2012; the following indicators/warning messages illuminated: brake wear, skid control, check engine and check vsc. [xxx], ase advance level specialist, lexus certified master diagnostic specialist, ase master auto technician, and a member of the national diagnostic council, order technician to perform system calibration. No illumination of indicators/warning messages. Mileage 101,139. April 11, 2012; the following indicators/warning messages illuminated: brake wear, skid control, check engine and check vsc came back on. Mileage 101,232. [xxx] performed an historical review of the lexus gs 300 maintenance record from y2005 to ytd and performed an in-depth diagnostic. As recommended by lexus technical service information bulletins dtc (diagnostic trouble codes),[xxx] recommended the following corrective actions: 7.1 lb-sb-0087-08; dtcs p030# - cylinders 1 ? 6 misfire detected 7.2 lb-sb-0092-09; dtcs p0172, p0175, and p0037, replace oxygen sensors and computer 7.3 lb-sb-0069-11; dtcs p030# replace, r & r piston ring set 7.4 a960e electronic controlled transmission system dtc p0761 solenoid; replace automatic trans assy, note: the maintenance history indicated that the cylinders misfiring occurred on august 25, 2009, and november 30, 2011. Trans solenoid dtc p0761 was detected on november 23, 2011 and april 9, 2012. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 16, 2006 · Engine · 22,400 miles · NY

Engine oil leak, check engine light, dealer unable to correct problem with engine oil leaks.

Filed Feb 23, 2006 · Engine · 330 miles · NM

On february 9, 2006, the fourth occurrence occurred. Each time, there was a strong smell of sulfur in the car with the windows closed. A day or a few days later, the check engine light went on (check vsc).I am concerned that there may also be carbon monoxide in the car at the same time. The dealer/service manager indicates that there is fuel in the engine oil. I do not know if it is safe to operate a brand new vehicle with fuel in the engine oil. Attempts have been made to correct the problem, parts replaced, but the problem has recurred four times with 1494 miles on the odometer.