2001 Lexus RX300 engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 18 complaints for the 2001 Lexus RX300, 10% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 18 10% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 99,000 miles 13 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 0 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 6 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 13 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 99,000 miles, and 8% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Consumer requesting information regarding oxygen sensors on lexus rx300. The oxygen senor was replaced twice. The front calipers, rotors and washer pump were replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lexus rx300. The contact stated that as he started the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the failure for an engine oil leak. They found the leakage in the number three and number four cylinder intake valves. The manufacturer was notified who stated they would only cover $2500 of the repair costs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Lexus RX300
- Transmission 88 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 35 complaints
- Cruise control 20 complaints