Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lexus rx300. While driving 40 MPH, the transmission seized and the gear could not be shifted into park. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000. Updated 3/13/15*cn the vehicle was taken to a repair shop, where the transmission was replaced. Updated 01/25/16.
2001 Lexus RX300: engine failure
5 of the 169 complaints about the 2001 Lexus RX300 describe engine failure.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine failure by model year
What owners say
I purchased a 2001 lexus rx 300 from a private party in february of this year. Within days of the purchase the transmission failed and that was replaced, but I had also noticed some blue smoke when I started it. I took it into my auto mechanic and he told me that the car was burning oil, and actually there was a class action suit filed against toyota related to the problems, I have been advised that this condition will lead to engine failure if the engine is not replaced. I have been advised to file a complaint in regards to this issue to see if I qualify to be part of the lawsuit and file a claim.
Oil sludge cause engine failure in lexus rx300. Need to replace short block, overhead gasket set, valve covers,heads and cams for an estimated value of $14k. Car only has 95k miles on it and I changed the oil every 4-5k miles by a toyota/lexus auto-mechanic.
Consumer complaint referencing 2001 lexus rx 300. The consumer's vehicle had developed sludge in the engine. According to the dealer she will have to pay $13000 to have a new engine installed. The consumer has found several complaints on various website in reference to this problem.
Oil sludge in 3.0l engine causing engine failure.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2001 Lexus RX300 engine failure
Is engine failure a common problem on the 2001 Lexus RX300?
5 of 169 owner complaints about the 2001 Lexus RX300 (3%) mention engine failure. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Lexus RX300?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Lexus RX300
Transmission failure 65Jerking 10Sudden acceleration 10Won't shift 9Stalling 7Check engine light 5Loss of power 5
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