Gasoline Engine problems of the 1999 Lexus ES300

Three problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1999 Lexus ES300. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2002

Engine oil gelling damaged engine.

2 Gasoline Engine problem

The vehicle oil light illuminated and smoke began to come from the rear of the vehicle, the consumer soon found out the car had a sludge problem which eventually caused the engine to fail, attorney for client. Nlm.

3 Gasoline Engine problem

During early morning starts when accelerating rpms were around 1700 to 2300. Consumer heard a very loud pitch. , unsure of the location of the noise. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer was unable to determine the cause. Please provide any further details.




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