Faults:

I purchased the Lexus RX300 in 2005.

I have had 3 sensors replaced at Lexus; it cost me 1500 plus. After having replaced the sensors, the engine indicator remained on, so Lexus replaced it free of charge this time.

Recently, with no warning the transmission broke. The car remained in neutral. When you shut it off for a while, it would drive. Once you stop in traffic, it would not move. I had to have the vehicle towed.

I service the vehicle regularly at Lexus dealerships. I will never purchase another Lexus again.

Probably my next choice over Lexus will be a Hyundai, because at least the money I would use to buy one Lexus, I can buy 2 Hyundais.

Faults:

Transmission failed at 68,000 miles, and the rebuild failed at 74,000 following a humming noise from the transmission.

All forward gears began slipping from failed clutch.

Faults:

Complete transmission failure at 100,000 miles (160,000kms). I thought Lexus was suppose to be a reliable company/car! How come no recall? From what I see this problem is rampant.

General Comments:

Generally love it..

Faults:

I love this car. I had it serviced when I needed to and used only premium gasoline. One time when gas got high, I tried medium grade and ended up with stalling. 180.00 later my car ran fine and I never used low grade gas again. I haven't had those troubles again.

My transmission just went out on me at 230,000 miles.

I do not use the Lexus dealership for service. They are too expensive. Toyota can do the work for you at half the price. Then I found a Lexus Certified Independent Mechanic who was about 25-30 percent cheaper than Toyota.

I did notice certain plastic parts in the visors and interior lights wore out. I had to manipulate them to keep them in place. That is the only annoyance I have experienced.

I will stay with Lexus. They are good cars. Toyotas in designer clothing.

General Comments:

It only had a 6 cylinder engine, but it had spunk. All my friends got this car when it was time for them to trade in. That bothered me a little, but imitation is the finest form of flattery.

It is a car for women I think. It gets decent gas mileage. Roomy, but not a giant like an Expedition I used to own. There is no cuter car on the road.

Faults:

Transmission failure at just 90k. Meticulously serviced. Excellent shape otherwise with no mechanical issues. Read all the posts on similar failures with this vehicle... and still no recall??? Shame on you Lexus!