Transmission Failure problems of the 2000 Lexus ES300

I have a 2000 Lexus Es300 with about 100,000 miles. Transmission failed suddenly and car stalled in the middle of the road. Just read the edmunds forum and there are 1,384 postings about transmission problems on Lexus. This is a serious issue and needs attention.

2000 Lexus Es300 transmission failure 80,000 miles, no warning, driving car and suddenly car would not move forward when accelerating. Very scary experience. Could have caused an accident.

The contact owns a 2000 Lexus Es300. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate, but the engine did not shut off. The check engine and track lights illuminated as the vehicle began to slow down. When the vehicle gained normal speed, the warning lights no longer illuminated. The contact is unable to drive the vehicle. There is no warranty and the dealer stated that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced at the contact's expense. The failure occurred twice. The powertrain was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 146,000.