Suspension Problems of Lexus RX330

Lexus RX330 owners have reported 9 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension noise (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Lexus RX330

The Suspension Noise problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 RX 330. The contact stated that the air suspension system failed. The contact stated while driving a loud noise emitted at the rear passenger side motor and the vehicle was driving low or high.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

The air suspension has an exhaust valve solenoid on the air suspension compressor that stopped working that causes the suspension to fully extend upwards. With the suspension fully extend upwards the ride is harsh and stability. Of vehicle is decreased.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Shock Absorber problem

Excessive bouncing and swaying. I think all Toyota cars have a potential to have faulty shocks. I had bought a new camry and always wondered why it had a lot of body roll and excessive bouncing. To make it a short story, I ended up replacing the front shocks that improved handling dramatically.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Low speed, single car accident. Right front tire hit curb, 20-25 miles an hour. Visible damage- tire ruined, rim scratched. Dealer inspired- tire, rim, ball joints, lower control arm, cvt, axle, etc. Drive train had pre existing condition of noise coming from right hand drive area.   Read details...

The Strut Failure problem

My 2004 Lexus Rx330 is jumping all over the road, repair shop diagnostics show the ride height control and air ride struts have failed causing an unsafe condition, apparently Lexus was fully aware of the issue only making this model year with the air ride control and knowing the system will only   Read details...




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