2000 LEXUS RX Problems

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POWER TRAIN

24 complaints

2000 RX300 DO NOT SHIFT INTO THE 3 GEAR WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS FROM 1 &2 BUT NOT 3. THE ENGINE SPEED IS HIGH AND DOESN'T SHIFT. WE HAVEN'T DRIVEN IT SINCE, TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT TO DO NEXT WITH THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE A FRIEND THAT HAVE THE SAME MAKE & MODEL AND HE'S HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS ALSO! *TR

May 09, 2020

TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 98,000 MILES. SEEMS TO HAPPEN TO EVERYONE WITH THIS CAR. *TT

Apr 15, 2014

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Jan 29, 2013

TRANSMISSION STARTED MAKING A WHINING SOUND AT CERTAIN SPEEDS ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF EARLIER. TOYOTA DEALER CONFIRMED ODD NOISE FROM TRANSMISSION, BUT SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO APART FROM REMOVING TRANSMISSION. I WAS IN A NEARBY STATE WHEN THE TRANNY FINALLY WENT OUT - 1ST GEAR STILL WORKS AND SOMETIMES 2ND GEAR, BUT 3RD, 4TH AND REVERSE ALL WENT OUT WHEN I WAS ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY - A LOUD BANG AND THEN IT REVVED UP LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL EVEN THOUGH IT WAS IN DRIVE. I'M CONCERNED THIS WAS A DESIGN FLAW, BUT LEXUS DOES NOT AGREE AND HAS OFFERED NO COMPENSATION UP TO THIS POINT. THEY SAID IF I WANT TO TAKE IT FURTHER I NEED THE TOYOTA DEALER TO CONFIRM THE TRANNY IS OUT. I SAID THAT WOULD NOT BE DIFFICULT AND AM IN THE PROCESS OF DOING THAT NOW. I AM CURIOUS HOW SOME PEOPLE HAVE GOTTEN LEXUS TO PAY A PORTION OF THEIR BILL. I ENDED UP RENTING A UHAUL AND TRAILER TO GET IT HOME. *TR

Sep 03, 2012

WHILE DRIVING CAR LOST POWER WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. NEVER GAVE ME ANY WARNING NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NOTHING! MADE IT HOME AT 5 MPH. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING! $3600 TO FIX AT AAMCO, SEEMS LIKE THEY SEE THIS PROBLEM OFTEN IN THE RX300 MODELS 1999-2003 MINE IS A 2000. CALLED LEXUS BUT OFFERED NO HELP! VERY UNHAPPY LEXUS OWNER. *TR

Aug 21, 2012

+ 19 more complaints for this component

SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

Vehicle stalls when giving it gas then lunges forward all at once ….brake light is on

Aug 04, 2022

AIR BAGS

1 complaint

ON 7/26/2022 APPROX 8:00 AM I WAS DRIVING ON BRIGHTON CLOPTON RD WHEN THIS FLAT BED WRECKER WAS BACKING OUT ON HIGHWAY AND I WAS LOOKING DOWN TO MAKE SURE MY SPEEDOMETER WAS AT 30 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN I CRASHED INTO THIS BED OF THE WRECKER, (NOT ONE) AIRBAG DEPLOYED MY KNEES, SHINS, CHEST BONES , HURT LIKE CRAZY , HEAD, I WAS TAKEN TO HOSPITAL FOR EVALUATION, I ATTACH SOME PICTURES FROM MY CRASH , THE OFFICER HAD ME TO MOVE OUT OF DRIVERS SEAT JUST IN CASE THE AIRBAGS DID FINALLY GO OFF. WHY NOT THEY DIDN'T IMPLOYED ? AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF .... WHY ????????????

Jul 27, 2022

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

AT 90,000 MILES MY DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS HAVE STOPPED WORKING . THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW IN DEC 2000 . *TR

Nov 15, 2011

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

AFTER $3000+ IN REPAIRS FOR THE MAIN SEALS LEAKING, THE REAR SEALS LEAKING, TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT, AND ALL OTHER BELTS REPLACED, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED, AND I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY LATER INFORMED ME THAT MY ENGINE IS BEING REPLACED. THEY MADE NO MENTION OF THE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT, DUE TO ENGINE SLUDGE BUILD-UP, THAT PROMPTED THE REPLACEMENT, BUT I SOON RECEIVED A LETTER REGARDING IT, AND ALL THE LEXUS AND TOYOTA MODELS AFFECTED. I COMPLAINED ABOUT THE $3000 CHARGE, BUT GOT NO SATISFACTION FROM THE DEALERSHIP, BUT ONLY THE EXPLANATION, "WE HAD NO WAY OF KNOWING THAT THE ENGINE WAS GOING TO DEVELOP 'SLUDGE'." NOW, WITH LESS THAN 1000 MILES ON THE NEW ENGINE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN, THE CAR IS MAKING AWFUL NOISES UNDER THE DASH LIKE A SPEAKER IS BLOWN, AND THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO NOT EVER GET INTO FIRST GEAR. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP IN AUSTIN, TX., AND THEY INFORM ME THAT I NEED A $5000 TRANSMISSION AND FUSE BOX. A FUSE BOX. EXCELLENT. I AM HOPING FOR A RECALL OR ANOTHER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AFTER RESEARCHING THE PROBLEM ON-LINE, AND SEEING THE MULTITUDES OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING OF RX300 TRANSMISSIONS FAILING AT RELATIVELY LOW MILEAGE. *JB

Jan 05, 2007

SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WITHOUT WARNING THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT RELEASE FROM THE RETRACTOR. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE RETRACTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 08/29/06 RIGHT FRONT SEATBELT ASSEMBLY REPLACED GOODWILL WARRANTY REPAIR. *TT

Aug 11, 2006

4.6/5.0

97 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2000 LEXUS RX, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2000 LEXUS RX for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2000 LEXUS RX 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2000 LEXUS RX VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2000 LEXUS RX Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2000 LEXUS RX dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your LEXUS dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2000 LEXUS RX have?

The 2000 LEXUS RX currently has 29 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2000 LEXUS RX?

The most common problems reported for the 2000 LEXUS RX are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2000 LEXUS RX problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2000 LEXUS RX comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2000 LEXUS RX?

You can report safety problems with your 2000 LEXUS RX directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2000 LEXUS RX VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2000 LEXUS RX reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2000 LEXUS RX. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.