2008 Lexus RX350 engine problems

Filed Apr 29, 2019 · Engine · 185,000 miles · GA

Massive catastrophic oil leak. Noticed hot oil smell. No oil on dipstick. Oil spraying out at bottom of engine, right front. Car towed to shop. Oil hose between cooler and filter burst. Known problem. Toyota/lexus has made an upgraded part but not notified most owners and will not replace until it fails. When it fails car can catch fire and severe engine damage results. Many videos and reports on the internet as this is a widespread problem.

Filed Nov 29, 2018 · Engine · 80,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx350. While driving 65 MPH, the oil cooler line burst and all the oil leaked out. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home where he replaced the oil cooler line himself. The contact found there was internal engine damage and a hole in the bottom of the engine. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2018 · Engine · 144,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx350. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and the esp, oil, and engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (tom wood lexus, 4610 e 96th st, indianapolis, in 46240, (317)-580-6880) where it was diagnosed that the oil cooling line failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2018 · Engine · 149,700 miles · OH

The rubber hose in the oil line to the oil cooler failed, allowing all engine oil to quickly leak out. If this had happened at freeway speeds, the engine would have seized and power steering and power brakes would have been instantly lost... Creating an extremely dangerous situation. Luckily I was driving on surface roads at 25-35 MPH when mine failed lexus knew of this problem and eliminated the rubber hose in its 2011 models but did nothing to warn owners of that vehicle. The federal safety agency was also aware and addressed in the federal safety agency id 10056509 (possibly incorrect id). I'm really pissed that it is going to cost me $500 to fix this lexus defect, but I'm thankful I hadn't driven to my office that day using interstate highways! All lexus vehicles having this defect should be recalled immediately.

Filed Aug 22, 2017 · Engine, Transmission · 150,621 miles · NC

The oil cooler pipe assembly on the engine failed catastrophically causing a sudden lost of a large volume of oil. The failure occurred while driving on a street and was only noticed while parking (a co-worker saw the oil pouring out of the car). The consumer stated he was not made aware of the warranty enhancement program. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the repairs. Updated 10/10/2017

Filed May 16, 2017 · Engine · 110,000 miles · VA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx350. The contact smelled a burning odor and stated that the oil coolant coil contained a hole, which caused oil to leak. The dealer indicated that the vehicle was included in a manufacturer recall; however, the contact did not receive a recall notification. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The recall details were not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Nov 15, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx350. While starting the vehicle, the contact heard a grinding noise under the hood. The noise was only present for a few seconds, especially in cold weather. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the camshaft sensors were failing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 05/09/17*lj consumer stated this is an issue with the cam gears. Possibly causing the engine to lock up. Updated 7/6/18*jb

Filed Sep 12, 2016 · Engine · 120,000 miles · WI

While driving on city street in madison wi,severe oil loss due to hose to oil cooler. Part was changed by manufacturer from rubber hose to metal. This tells me they know it is a problem. Dealership in madison wi says they get this repair weekly.

Filed May 4, 2015 · Engine · 150 miles · TX

As I approach a red light, I noticed the car was smoking. I pulled into the nearest automotive facility and I notice a trail of oil was following me. I look under the my hood and I saw and oil leak. I looked under the car and there was a puddle of oil.

Filed Mar 26, 2015 · Engine · 67,000 miles · CA

Ticking noises when cold start for first 15 minutes.