Power Train Problems of Lexus GS300

Lexus GS300 owners have reported 22 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (10 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Lexus GS300

The Power Train problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Lexus Gs300. The contact initially requested recall information on her vehicle; the contact was referred to the manufacturer. The contact then stated that when starting the vehicle, the engine has made an unusual revving noise, three warning lights also illuminate upon   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Spontaneous acceleration after bringing car to a complete stop in a parking lot. Vehicle lurched forward onto an island before I could stop it again. This incident is related to a previous incident,odi number 10317084, which occurred in June 2007.   Read details...

The Transmission Solenoid problem

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.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Transmission has failed error codes p0751,p2757,c1201 car has 40,700 miles!   Read details...

The Noises During Shifting problem

The contact owns a 2001 Lexus Gs300. The contact noticed that the vehicle was losing power and made a loud noise when the gears were shifted. The vehicle was towed to a transmission specialist who stated that the transmission had some type of internal failure.   Read details...




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