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Major Problems with Lexus RX 300 - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Lexus RX 300 model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 1999, for instance, is the worst year for the RX 300. Older RX 300 vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Lexus RX 300 problems by years

2003 16 2002 44 2001 77 2000 125 1999 131

Worst Lexus RX 300 Problems

FRONTAL
2002 Lexus RX 300 February 15, 2004 Victims: 6

Vehicle involved in collision and air bags did not deploy.*mr the vehicle was struck on the left driver's side while traveling 65 mph. the driver sustained injuries to his chest, left leg, back shoulder, etc. the passengers sustained minor cuts bruises and contusions. *nm

AIR BAGS
1999 Lexus RX 300 June 2, 1999 Victims: 3

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

AXLE ASSEMBLY
1999 Lexus RX 300 December 7, 2000 Victims: 2

The right rear wheel axle sheared in two, causing the wheel to fall off. the vehicle became violent, then completely rolled over. none of the airbags deployed. we would like a complete investigation.

What is the most common problem with Lexus RX 300?

Overall the worst problem with Lexus RX 300 relates to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific RX 300 years that are prone to issues with these components.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 167 POWER TRAIN 40 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 29 AIR BAGS 15 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12 ENGINE 11 GASOLINE 11 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 7 TIRES 7 ENGINE 7 FRONTAL 6 EQUIPMENT 5 BODY 5 SEAT BELTS 5 STEERING 4 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 4 ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP 4 EXHAUST SYSTEM 4 FRONT 4 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 4 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 4 FRONT UNDERHOOD 4 SIDE/WINDOW 4 FOUNDATION COMPONENTS 3 WHEELS 3 SIDEWALL 3 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 3 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 3 SERVICE BRAKES 3 DOOR 2 COLUMN SHIFT 2 ROTOR 2 RETRACTOR 2 LOCK 2 ANCHORAGE 2 REAR 2 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 2 PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH 2 TANK ASSEMBLY 2 AXLE ASSEMBLY 2 MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE 2 12V/24V/48V BATTERY 2 TAIL LIGHTS 2 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 VISIBILITY 1 WINDSHIELD 1 SUSPENSION 1 LINKAGES 1 WIRING 1 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 1 POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS 1 DISC 1 MECHANICAL 1 ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT 1 DRUM 1 PARKING BRAKE 1 EMISSION CONTROL 1 COOLING SYSTEM 1 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 LATCH 1 STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR 1 CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) 1 TREAD/BELT 1 PADS 1 CHILD SEAT 1 REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICE 1 SWITCH 1 BRAKE LIGHTS 1 PEDALS AND LINKAGES 1 SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY 1 CRUISE CONTROL 1 LOWER BALL JOINT 1 TURN SIGNAL 1 GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) 1 DIFFERENTIAL UNIT 1 SEAT HEATER/COOLER 1 FAN/MOTOR 1 SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC 1 LINKAGES 1 TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) 1 REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

2003 1 2002 5 2001 6 2000 13 1999 18
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