Structure Problems of Lexus RX300

Lexus RX300 owners have reported 10 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Lexus RX300


Recently reported Structure problems of Lexus RX300

The Body problem

On January 17th, 2016, I took my '99 Lexus Rx300 to church, parked the car, and joined the Sunday service. An hour after parking the vehicle (during which time it was not running or in use), I was told that there was smoke coming from it and went outside.   Read details...

The Door problem

While driving vehicle heard and explosion in rear passenger door. Consumer thought it was speaker that exploded. Took to dealer, and they couldn't find a remedy.   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

Trim and stripping coming off.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

Hello recently I had a problem with my Lexus Rx300 hatch back door coming loose. First, the bolt that holds one of the hydraulic cylider that were used to keep the door open broke, and then the handle that opens the hatchback door broke and shot closed.   Read details...




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