We have classified the 1 complaints from 2000 Lexus GS 300 about SUSPENSION into the following categories.
The lower ball joint is making squeaking noises. this is a common issue faced by owners of lexus gs300 manufactured between 1998-2002. there might be a manufacturing defect or improper lubrication causing the ball joint to break. there are several life threatening incidents that have taken place so far: http://www.chrisandnat.com/projects/lexusballjoint/balljoint.htm http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-9.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-8.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics-7.html http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension-and-brakes/340101-lower-ball-joint-failed-today-with-pics.html i request nhtsa look into this and request lexus to replace all ball joints for all lexus gs 300 that have similar issues. *tr
Front right lower ball joint complete failure leading to wheel/tire barely hanging on vehicle. all this happening going 45-50 mph on outer road/highway entrance ramp. *tr
Lower ball joint on the suspension came apart causing the tire to dislodge. tire jammed against right front quarter panel causing body damage. car is in the shop right now with estimated repair costs of $1,500.00 excluding body damage estimates. i thank god i was only doing 15mph at the time when the day before i did a 236 mile round trip drive through highway mountain roads. *tr
Vehicle purchased used from jm lexus with 9,800 miles. within the first 4 months of ownership the vehicle was taken to the dealership 5 times to rectify a front end vibration at highway speeds. during the five visits the vehicle had the tires rebalanced, front brake rotors resurfaced, alignment, new tires installed, realignment, recalibration of the steering rack, tires removed and rebalanced and new brake rotors installed.*ak
Vehicle vibrates in front at any speed. vehicle developed problem at 10,000 miles, and dealer put new tires on. 2,000 miles later, vehicle is again vibrating. manufacturer sent a representative to look a vehicle, and found nothing wrong.*ak