Power Train Problems of Lexus LS

Lexus LS owners have reported 10 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's driveshaft (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Lexus LS


Recently reported Power Train problems of Lexus LS

The Power Train problem

I brought my car to kendall Lexus for repairs as well as a recall on the starter solenoid. They charged me about $1,200 for these repairs, including the installation of a new starter. Unfortunately, the newly installed starter failed within a month of its replacement, causing significant   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

I own a 2005 Lexus gx470 with 10,000 miles. We have experienced the Toyota/Lexus "bump/stop" whiplash simulation on a daily basis. Lexus/Toyota had been replacing drive shafts on many vehicles which "jump forward" for no reason.   Read details...

The Transmission Fluid Leaking problem

The contact owns a 2009 Lexus Ls. While the vehicle was parked the contact noticed there was fluid leaking from the front end. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the technicians stated the transmission had a hole on the side wall that allowed transmission fluid to leak.   Read details...




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