Electrical System Related Problems of the 2001 Lexus RX300

Table 1 shows four common electrical system related problems of the 2001 Lexus RX300. The number one most common problem is related to the underhood wiring (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the electrical system (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Lexus RX300


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2001 Lexus RX300

The Underhood Wiring problem

While driving at about 15mph after starting out from a stop light, the engine compartment burst into flames. The vehicle had not been driven for the past 26 hours and was parked in my garage during that time period.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

I was driving a Lexus RX 300 and had exited the freeway. I pressed the brake lightly to decrease my speed but instead, the car unexpectedly accelerated. I then stepped on the brake fully but the car continued to accelerate by itself. I tried to slow the car by shifting the gears. . .   Read details...

The Battery Dead problem

2001 Lexus 300rx with the possibility of sludge in the motor from oil. Also consumer states that the battery will die if the vehicle is not used for a week or more.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Lexus RX300 model year vehicles:



RX300 Service Bulletins
RX300 Safety Recalls
RX300 Defect Investigations