Two problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2001 Lexus IS300. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
As the original owner of this make/model I have noticed that it goes through tires like not other call I have ever known. I am lucky to get 10-12k miles from a set of tires. In the time I have owned this vehicle I have had to purchase multiple tire sets as well as a lifetime alignment duet to the excessive wear on the tires, this wear is on the inner portion of the front tires. I have been told it is the camber portion of the suspension that causes this. I am a model driver who takes all precautions in the care of my vehicle. With this being said there are times that a new tire can go from good to totally bad in months. For example this past July 2011 I took my car in for tires and alignment by oct 2011 my front tires were worn out on the inside portion. Consumer can supply proof. I have seen blog post on the net with various other is 300 owners stating the same problems with the exact tire wear I am seeing. It is the safety factor that concerns me. I am constantly having to check before I get on a long trip is my tires have worn out for fear of having a high speed accident. Thank you in advance.
Consumer had purchased over 14 tires. The problem was not the tires, but the problem has not been determined.
| Suspension problems | |
| Ball Joint problems | |
| Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems |