Power Train Related Problems of the 2002 Lexus RX300

Table 1 shows twelve common power train related problems of the 2002 Lexus RX300. The number one most common problem is related to the transmission failure (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (six problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2002 Lexus RX300

The Transmission Failure problem

Transmission failure, the transmission fails to work and lags at first and second gear.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Suddenly my gears began shifting into neutral, park, reverse and into !st and 2nd gear without locking into any of them. No matter what the shifter moves freely. My car only moves forward no matter which gear it's in, including reverse. I put it into park and it still keeps moving forward.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Started to notice oil on the floor of my garage. Upon inspection found to be transmission oil. Transmission oil cooler lines going to transmission cooler had rusted through with pin holes. Seems they are low enough to receive road spray. Had to replace steel cooler lines.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Lexus RX300 model year vehicles:



RX300 Service Bulletins
RX300 Safety Recalls
RX300 Defect Investigations