Suspension Problems of Lexus IS300

Lexus IS300 owners have reported 14 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Lexus IS300


Recently reported Suspension problems of Lexus IS300

The Suspension problem

The tires keep coming out of alignment which causes vehicle vibration, a pull to the left and premature wearing of the tires that then have to be replaced every 10-20k miles. Lexus is aware the is series cars wear tires this way but state its bc this is a high performance vehicle.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

One weekend I checked on my tire wear, and notice the front tires on my car was wearing out unevenly, like the alignment was off, I brought it to the Lexus dealer and they told me it was a normal wear. The Lexus factory told me it is how the car is set up.   Read details...

The Ball Joint problem

I purchased a car from a dealer in malden I heard a sound that was not familiar to me and requested the dealer check it as I had just picked up the vehicle. I made several calls and was told the dealer was with a customer or busy.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

Suspension problems on my Lexus Is300. The front upper and lower ball joints keep going out. Tie rod ends. Front control arm. Alignment is always off. The car drives with vibrations and shimmy from left to right. Loud creeking noises. Squeak!   Read details...

The Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Passenger side control arm made tapping sound. Took to park place Lexus, plano TX - car is under warranty so they replaced for free. They told me that a rubber grommet/gasket was missing and that metal had rubbed metal until severe rust developed.   Read details...




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