lexus rx330 Problems

lexus rx330 2006 Complaints

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt*: the contact stated while driving the vehicle hesitated intermittently. the dealer determined it was the way the vehicle was driven and could find no problem.

Reported in: VIENNA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U56C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at any speed on various road conditions, there was an increased stopping distance. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined brake fluid had leaked into the brake booster rendering the master cylinder inoperative. after the initial master cylinder replacement, the problem persisted. the vehicle was returned to the dealer who determined the master cylinder needed to be replaced again. the manufacturer was not alerted.

Reported in: OOLTEWAH TN || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31UX60

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

> hi i have looked at the tail lights of lexus rx 330 > and 300 and i believe that they are illegal. they are > clear lens with no red reflection or amber > reflection. > the bulb is red and the turn is amber but the lens > are > not colored. this is very dangerous if the vehicle > is > on the side of the road i don't know if its the > front > or rear at night time. all the other cars follow the > red and amber lens for all years. please look into > this as an old truck driver with many miles under me > i > do not want to see a change in the light system and > i > believe lexus is trying to do that, along with the > after market people. thank you for your time george. *nm

Reported in: SINAJANA GU || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

those focused headlights, often with a blue tint, are dangerous to drivers who can be temporarily blinded by their extreme brightness. the situation is made worse in wet conditions when reflections intensify the problem. also, drivers who wear eyeglasses (including me), have even more significant problems in regaining vision after being blinded by oncoming vehicle with these focused headlights. growing use of the headlights by automakers is quickly spreading this dangerous situation. this is not a complaint about my vehicle. i believe the vehicle info provided below is the type that uses these headlights. a number a manufacturers use these headlights now, also bmw, cadillac, infiniti among others.*jb

Reported in: WILMETTE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

we have a 2006 lexus rx330 suv. it has a very significant hesitation when trying to accelerate to change lanes or enter highway etc. we have a 3 year old and we are very scared most of the time driving on the highway with this kind of hesitation of the transmission. i have taken the suv to the lexus dealer and they have told me that this is a normal operation of these suv's. we have no where to go except nhtsa to take action against lexus like recalling these cars before this situation causes the loss of lives. thank you. raif caglar

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U760

POWER TRAIN

since we purchased this 2006 lexus rx-330. it has been returned to deals 4-5 times for major hesitation problems.. car is unsafe to drive. will not accelerate in a safe way.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U460

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

since we purchased this 2006 lexus rx-330. it has been returned to deals 4-5 times for major hesitation problems.. car is unsafe to drive. will not accelerate in a safe way.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U460

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

since we purchased this 2006 lexus rx-330. it has been returned to deals 4-5 times for major hesitation problems.. car is unsafe to drive. will not accelerate in a safe way.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U460

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

tl*the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact noticed that the brake light switch illuminated on the instrument control panel. the dealer replaced the brake light switch and stated that they have replaced this component numerous times on other identical vehicles of this make and model. the brake light malfunction prevents the driver from signaling intent, which increases the risk of a crash. she filed a complaint with the manufacturer. the failure and current mileages were 71,185. updated 03/17/09. *lj updated 03/18/09. *jb

Reported in: SPARTANBURG SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U26C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a noise from the engine and the oil indicator illuminated. she stopped the vehicle and had it towed to the dealer for repair. the dealer stated that sludge destroyed her engine. the failure mileage was 94,000.

Reported in: LINCOLN MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U56C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

radiator failure at 44,000 miles 2006 lexus rx330.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U360

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

radiator failure at 44,000 miles 2006 lexus rx330.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U360

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact had started the vehicle and noticed that the engines rpm's suddenly increased without the contact engaging the accelerator pedal; however, after restarting the vehicle the problem did not occur. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership. there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages were 56300. updated 03/01/10 *bf updated 06/28/10*jb

Reported in: GOLETA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U86C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

unexpected acceleration while in cruise & climbing a hill or overpass. speed goes from 65 to over 80 . car jumps & takes off & have to hit brakes to cancel cruise. occurs 50% of times used .in service dept . 4x nothing found. . talked to calif. service headquarters no. of times & no results . 2006 to present .service rep never shows up.

Reported in: THE VILLAGES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U56C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

problem with sudden acceleration with 2006 lexus rx330. i had cruise control set at 65mph with my foot off pedal and then the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 90 and going faster in a split second. i hit the brakes and luckily the vehicle slowed down. my whole family was in the car and were all terrified. i called the dealer, lexus of westminster, next day to report the problem. the service technician simply ignored my claim and indifferently told me that he never heard of such problem and bring my car if it happens again in the future. he did not offer to check it out and i stopped using cruise control of that vehicle. it was a lease and car was returned last year. when i heard this news about acceleration problem with toyota vehicle recently, i got concerned about safety of current owner of the vehicle whoever it may be.

Reported in: BREA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U56C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i was on interstate 5 on may 25, 2009 (memorial day) at the speed of 75-80 mph with my whole family in the car. the car's model is lexus rx330,2006 model. while i was driving on the leftmost lane, my left wheel went a little bit on the rumble strip. i tried to pull my car back on the lane. it is here that the problem started. my steering started to shake and vibrate and the car stopped to accelerate. when all the cars were going at such a high speed there was nothing i could do. i was unable to steer the car as well as accelerate or even brake for quite a while. then i tried braking many times and could finally park the car in the emergency in the left lane shoulder. after that we tried calling all the numbers given in the lexus handbook but no one picked up the phone to help us. after waiting for half an hour or so, my husband collected all his guts and drove the car to nearest gas station. we check the tires and all the pressures etc. but everything looked fine.

Reported in: PORTLAND OR || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U760

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was on interstate 5 on may 25, 2009 (memorial day) at the speed of 75-80 mph with my whole family in the car. the car's model is lexus rx330,2006 model. while i was driving on the leftmost lane, my left wheel went a little bit on the rumble strip. i tried to pull my car back on the lane. it is here that the problem started. my steering started to shake and vibrate and the car stopped to accelerate. when all the cars were going at such a high speed there was nothing i could do. i was unable to steer the car as well as accelerate or even brake for quite a while. then i tried braking many times and could finally park the car in the emergency in the left lane shoulder. after that we tried calling all the numbers given in the lexus handbook but no one picked up the phone to help us. after waiting for half an hour or so, my husband collected all his guts and drove the car to nearest gas station. we check the tires and all the pressures etc. but everything looked fine.

Reported in: PORTLAND OR || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U760

STEERING

i was on interstate 5 on may 25, 2009 (memorial day) at the speed of 75-80 mph with my whole family in the car. the car's model is lexus rx330,2006 model. while i was driving on the leftmost lane, my left wheel went a little bit on the rumble strip. i tried to pull my car back on the lane. it is here that the problem started. my steering started to shake and vibrate and the car stopped to accelerate. when all the cars were going at such a high speed there was nothing i could do. i was unable to steer the car as well as accelerate or even brake for quite a while. then i tried braking many times and could finally park the car in the emergency in the left lane shoulder. after that we tried calling all the numbers given in the lexus handbook but no one picked up the phone to help us. after waiting for half an hour or so, my husband collected all his guts and drove the car to nearest gas station. we check the tires and all the pressures etc. but everything looked fine.

Reported in: PORTLAND OR || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U760

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a 2006 lexus rx330 that i'm afraid to use the cruise control on any surface that is not flat and dry. when i come up to a small incline and the speed goes below my cruise speed it all of the sudden picks up speed real quick. it's like if i had just stomped on the gas peddle all the way to the floor. once speed cruise speed is attained it goes back to normal. i have never had a car do this. at times it's scary, that is why i stopped using this feature. this has happened many, many times. the date i put in is the last time i used the cruise control on that vehicle. *dt

Reported in: ROCHESTER MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U86C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx 330. the contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward when the cruise control was activated at approximately 75 mph. the failure occurred more frequent while driving on an incline. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. the manufacturer was not notified. the current mileage was approximately 44,800. the failure mileage was approximately 44,000. udated 01/10/11*jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31UX60

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

2006 lexus rx330. consumer states problem with catalytic converter *tgw the consumer stated the cost to replace the catalytic converter was $4,000.00. the consumer requested a refund, because according to the owners manual, the catalytic converter and protector were covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. *jb updated 04/12/11*jb

Reported in: POUGHKEEPSIE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31UX6C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

on november 9, 2010 i experienced sudden unintended acceleration in my 2006 lexus rx330. i made a u-turn from a parking lot into a parking place in front of a preschool adjacent to the parking lot. my foot was covering the brake as i coasted into the driveway at approx. 5 mph. as soon my front tires crossed the threshold of the driveway, the car surged forward as if the accelerator had been pushed to the floor. because my foot was covering the brake at the time, i was able to stop before hitting a post and the preschool playground fence. i contacted lexus and had the car towed to the dealership because i felt it was not safe to drive. at the dealership, they interviewed me and said they would inspect the car. i was called the following day and told they had "good news", there was nothing wrong with my car. i refused to pick up my car because i felt it was not safe to drive. i asked what my recourse was, and i was given the number for customer relations. i contacted customer relations, and i was told they checked with the dealer and my car is safe and nothing is wrong with it. i asked if they would replace the acceleration system and was told "no". i asked if they would buy back the car, and they responded "that is possible, but it would take 6-8 weeks before they could let me know". i felt that was unacceptable because i am complaining of a safety issue. i was given no other option. i went online and was able to contact a plant manager in the mid-west. he put me in touch with someone who works for the chief quality officer of toyota. she then put me in touch with someone from corporate customer relations. to date,there has been no resolution, and my car remains at the dealership. i am additionally concerned because i bought a certified pre-owned car. under their current system, i cannot be assured that the previous owner of my car did not also experience sua and was told, "there is nothing wrong", so the car got traded in and resold to me.

Reported in: MORAGA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U16C

STRUCTURE:BODY

while driving at highway speed the left rear quarter window molding came flying off my lexus 2006 rx-330. made a flapping noise previous to coming off. checked on the web @ clublexus .com and found this to be a problem with a lot of other rx owners. if you are in warranty, no problem, but out of warranty like i am. problem is that lexus does not sell just the molding, you have to buy the entire window. the molding is on double stick tape onto the window rubber seal. lexus p/n 62730-48230.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U360

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

purchased a certified used rx330 and one week later noticed condensation inside headlight lenses after driving in rain or washing the vehicle that takes several days to clear out causing severe reduced visibility when driving at night. the condensation is an obvious safety problem but the lexus dealer said it is not covered under warranty or any recall. i think lexus should take care of such an important safety concern as lighting the highway ahead.

Reported in: THORNTON CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U36C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated that the cooling system was leaking. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the radiator would need to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted who offered to assist with fifty percent of the repair costs but the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 51,000. updated 05/04/11 *bf updated 05/09/11 *jb

Reported in: CERRITOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U960

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

my left front headlight had condensation due to the manufacturer not sealing the light correctly, lexus was aware of this problem and fixed the left one while it was still under warranty. now my right one has rust inside of it which has blown out one bulb..i contacted lexus corporate who agreed to pay half of the $1800.00 it cost to repair it. in addition to the front lights, now my rear lights actually have bugs inside of them which in turn will cause the bulbs to blow as well. i spoke with a dealership who acknowledged lexus is aware that this model had the problem that is why they no longer make those lights. this is not only a safety hazard, but a manufacturer defect and one that should be recalled. lexus will do nothing because my warranty has expired. does someone need to get hurt, hit a deer,child, pedestrian or cause an accident before lexus takes care of an issue that they are very aware of? with the amount of money that lexus charges for their vehicles one would assume that they would rectify this situation..

Reported in: BRANDON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U16C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

my left front headlight had condensation due to the manufacturer not sealing the light correctly, lexus was aware of this problem and fixed the left one while it was still under warranty. now my right one has rust inside of it which has blown out one bulb..i contacted lexus corporate who agreed to pay half of the $1800.00 it cost to repair it. in addition to the front lights, now my rear lights actually have bugs inside of them which in turn will cause the bulbs to blow as well. i spoke with a dealership who acknowledged lexus is aware that this model had the problem that is why they no longer make those lights. this is not only a safety hazard, but a manufacturer defect and one that should be recalled. lexus will do nothing because my warranty has expired. does someone need to get hurt, hit a deer,child, pedestrian or cause an accident before lexus takes care of an issue that they are very aware of? with the amount of money that lexus charges for their vehicles one would assume that they would rectify this situation..

Reported in: BRANDON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U16C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

my left front headlight had condensation due to the manufacturer not sealing the light correctly, lexus was aware of this problem and fixed the left one while it was still under warranty. now my right one has rust inside of it which has blown out one bulb..i contacted lexus corporate who agreed to pay half of the $1800.00 it cost to repair it. in addition to the front lights, now my rear lights actually have bugs inside of them which in turn will cause the bulbs to blow as well. i spoke with a dealership who acknowledged lexus is aware that this model had the problem that is why they no longer make those lights. this is not only a safety hazard, but a manufacturer defect and one that should be recalled. lexus will do nothing because my warranty has expired. does someone need to get hurt, hit a deer,child, pedestrian or cause an accident before lexus takes care of an issue that they are very aware of? with the amount of money that lexus charges for their vehicles one would assume that they would rectify this situation..

Reported in: BRANDON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U16C

STEERING

i sent my rx330 to dealership for oil change, and was told there was a leak in power rack & pinion assembly, the total cost for replacement is $1800. my car is 2006, only has 61k miles and has been serviced regularly at lexus dealership according to lexus maintenance schedule. this is a result of faulty engineering not abuse since this problem is so prevalent, i googled online, lot of rx330 complained the same problem.

Reported in: NORMAN OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U86C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he noticed that the front passengers low beam light was not functioning. upon examining the headlight, the contact noticed that moisture accumulated inside of the headlight housing, disabling the low beam. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or to be repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. the vin was unavailable. note: auto was taken to lexus dealer 9/22/2011- est $ 705.00 for repair parts are on order. updated 10/18/2011 *ln

Reported in: MILTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31UX6C

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx-330 equipped with michelin mxm4 tires, size p235/55/r18. the contact was driving 65 mph when the front end started to shake violently. the contact stated that there was a blowout of the front passenger tire and noticed that the front driver side tire was losing air pressure. the vehicle was towed to a local repair shop. the local repair shop stated that the front driver side valve stem went bad and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 68,700 and the current mileage was 69,200. updated 01/25/12 *bf the consumer stated the complaint was about valve stems that were installed at an establishment on at least two occasions. updated 01/27/12

Reported in: APEX NC || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U060

TIRES:VALVE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx-330 equipped with michelin mxm4 tires, size p235/55/r18. the contact was driving 65 mph when the front end started to shake violently. the contact stated that there was a blowout of the front passenger tire and noticed that the front driver side tire was losing air pressure. the vehicle was towed to a local repair shop. the local repair shop stated that the front driver side valve stem went bad and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 68,700 and the current mileage was 69,200. updated 01/25/12 *bf the consumer stated the complaint was about valve stems that were installed at an establishment on at least two occasions. updated 01/27/12

Reported in: APEX NC || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U060

SEAT BELTS

child was restrained in carseat using latches. she grabbed the nearby seatbelt while seated in the rear seat drivers's side. she was not using the seatbelt (it was not buckled) because she was in a latched carseat. she managed to wrap the seatbelt around her neck. when i (parent) attempted to free the seatbelt from around her neck it locked and tightened. i was not able to loosen it enough to remove it because it would not "unlock". the more i attempted to loosen it or "unlock" it the tighter it became and i had no choice but to cut the seatbelt from around my child's neck or she would have choked. the seatbelt will have to be replaced.

Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U660

STRUCTURE:BODY

the plastic material that covers the dash is cracked. underlying foam is exposed. safety bags in front of passenger seat has a limited protection. *tt

Reported in: SAN JUAN PR || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U660

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

radiator seam split. this was a defect on 2004 and 2005 models.

Reported in: PAIA HI || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U360

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

unusual/ abnormal noise in the engine area was diagnosed due to the following: radiator failure -had a crack and leaking coolant at 55k miles; water pump failure at 55k miles; timing belt replacement at 55k miles; high pressure power steering hose failure at 55k miles.

Reported in: SOUTHLAKE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U460

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

large amount of condensation with water droplets in driver side and passenger side headlight assemblies. hid bulbs are out. repair quotes are for $1684.00 per headlight assembly, with additional labor costs of $315.00. according to repair shop this is a common problem with lexus rx 330 2006 models. *js

Reported in: WESTVILLE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31UX6C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

crack in the radiator at 73800 miles. car started smoking and when stopped and opened up hood pink fluid spilled out of passenger side of radiator (anti-freeze) and was steaming. noticed that comments have been made that 2004 -05 models have had radiator recall for same problem and read claims that this radiator might be the same.

Reported in: NEWBERRY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U160

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

this is an ongoing problem with the lexus rx models caused by moisture and condensation forming inside the headlight there has been a lexus tsb regarding this however dealers apparently are free to decide if they rectified it or not. the computer module in the headlight is damaged by the condensation leading to a repair costing almost $3,000 the part alone being $1,900. mine ultimately failed at about 54800 miles though it was reported to dealer as a condensation when the dealer chose to do nothing about. this is a known issue with the lexus rx so much so it has created a whole sub-market in buying the faulty ones removed by lexus refurbishing and reselling even those are selling for $1,100 if you can even find one. known manufacturing defect, tsb issued by lexus, lexus will not address if failure ultimately occurs at 48,000 miles if at all, headlight fails, consumer safety at risk, repair requires total replacement of headlight, seal fails, ballust computer fails, headlight does not function, no lighting when driving, lexus had complete knowledge of the defect, lexus did not uniformly correct the manufacturing defect to date.

Reported in: FORT PIERCE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U26C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

i have 41k miles on my car. anti freeze has been dripping from the right side of the radiator same as other people. in contacting lexus, being that the warranty has expired, they will charge to evaluate the problem and the repair estimate is 1k. how does lexus know that the residual parts from 2004-05, which has been recalled, was not used during the 2006 assembly? *js

Reported in: MILILANI HI || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U160

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated while driving 45 mph there was a noise that came from the wheel winch that held the spare tire. the wheel well broke, causing the tire to fall to the ground. the dealer was notified of the failure who stated the vehicle was no longer under warranty and provided no assistance. the manufacturer was also notified who stated there were no recalls for the failure and offered no further assistance. the failure mileage was 50,400.

Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U66C

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated while the vehicle was parked coolant leaked from the radiator. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed the radiator was cracked and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 55,340.

Reported in: DEWEY AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJGA31U160

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated that the radiator exploded, causing a loss of engine coolant fluid. the failure occurred as the contact traveled 35 ph. the temperature gauge began increasing prior to the failure, indicating that the vehicle was overheating. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 98,000.

Reported in: FAIR HOPE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31UX6C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

on the above date noticed headlight out and water in drivers side headlamp, replaced bulb headlamp dry out on its own. on 03/12/2013 brought my lexus to dealership for recall on mat/acceleration problem. service dept noticed headlight was out and it should be replaced, i advised them of the condensation in headlamp and they stated that to fix problem would cost about 2 thousand dollars i advised them that not to fix problem, and if they could notify lexus corp about possible good will and they stated no, car is out of warranty.

Reported in: WESTWOOD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U56C

STEERING

took vehicle to lexus dealership for routine maintenance and was told steering rack needs to be replaced due to a fluid leak. over time this could lead to difficulty steering the vehicle. i bought the vehicle used less than a year ago and this leak issue seems to be very common according to various websites.

Reported in: COLUMBUS OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

at approximately 4 in afternoon, i had come to a complete stop in front of my townhouse. my foot was still on the brake from stopping (i was just about to put it in park and take out key and unfastened seat belt) when it lurched forward and started to accelerate. i tried to steer and pump the brakes but nothing worked. it was totally out of my control. the car lunged forward going over the side walk and into my front porch, directly hitting my wrought iron bannister. the distance from the parking place to the bannister is about 10 feet. the car acceleration stopped on impact. i immediately called my insurance co and i called the police and filled out a police report. i live across from our community swimming pool. children are constantly walking on sidewalk in front of my house on way to pool. neighbors walk by my house to walk their dogs as well. someone could have easily been injured or killed. i have not driven the car since the event. lexus usa and the dealership will not address the problem with me. i bought the car..used..only 6 months ago. my car was damaged in the front, and my wrought iron bannister was destroyed. my main concern is the fact that the car displayed unintended acceleration and is not safe for anyone to drive.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2GA31UO6C

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

at approximately 4 in afternoon, i had come to a complete stop in front of my townhouse. my foot was still on the brake from stopping (i was just about to put it in park and take out key and unfastened seat belt) when it lurched forward and started to accelerate. i tried to steer and pump the brakes but nothing worked. it was totally out of my control. the car lunged forward going over the side walk and into my front porch, directly hitting my wrought iron bannister. the distance from the parking place to the bannister is about 10 feet. the car acceleration stopped on impact. i immediately called my insurance co and i called the police and filled out a police report. i live across from our community swimming pool. children are constantly walking on sidewalk in front of my house on way to pool. neighbors walk by my house to walk their dogs as well. someone could have easily been injured or killed. i have not driven the car since the event. lexus usa and the dealership will not address the problem with me. i bought the car..used..only 6 months ago. my car was damaged in the front, and my wrought iron bannister was destroyed. my main concern is the fact that the car displayed unintended acceleration and is not safe for anyone to drive.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2GA31UO6C

SERVICE BRAKES

at approximately 4 in afternoon, i had come to a complete stop in front of my townhouse. my foot was still on the brake from stopping (i was just about to put it in park and take out key and unfastened seat belt) when it lurched forward and started to accelerate. i tried to steer and pump the brakes but nothing worked. it was totally out of my control. the car lunged forward going over the side walk and into my front porch, directly hitting my wrought iron bannister. the distance from the parking place to the bannister is about 10 feet. the car acceleration stopped on impact. i immediately called my insurance co and i called the police and filled out a police report. i live across from our community swimming pool. children are constantly walking on sidewalk in front of my house on way to pool. neighbors walk by my house to walk their dogs as well. someone could have easily been injured or killed. i have not driven the car since the event. lexus usa and the dealership will not address the problem with me. i bought the car..used..only 6 months ago. my car was damaged in the front, and my wrought iron bannister was destroyed. my main concern is the fact that the car displayed unintended acceleration and is not safe for anyone to drive.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2GA31UO6C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated that the dashboard exhibited several severe cracks, which were nearing the ignition area. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was not available.

Reported in: CONTEVEDRA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U66C

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus rx330. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the steam began rising from the engine area. the contact stopped the vehicle and noticed coolant leaking from the radiator. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer, who advised that the radiator was fractured and needed to be replaced. in addition, the water pump and timing belt were recommended to be replaced. the dealer replaced all three components. the failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: BODEGA BAY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTJHA31U960

STEERING

i was told that the power steering rack assembly was leaking on the right side outer seal and that it needed to be replaced.

Reported in: FLEMINGTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U76C

ENGINE

backing car out of garage and accelerator automatically increased high speed. i was unable to stop. car hit garage door and damaged the garage door, wall, front driver side quarter panel, front bumper. approx $3600 car damage and $1500 garage damage. fortunate that no other damage or injuries occurred. this never happened before and was very unexpected. i am now afraid that this may happen again under unexpected circumstances with more severe consequences.

Reported in: HOWARD OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2HA31U66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

backing car out of garage and accelerator automatically increased high speed. i was unable to stop. car hit garage door and damaged the garage door, wall, front driver side quarter panel, front bumper. approx $3600 car damage and $1500 garage damage. fortunate that no other damage or injuries occurred. this never happened before and was very unexpected. i am now afraid that this may happen again under unexpected circumstances with more severe consequences.

Reported in: HOWARD OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2HA31U66C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

backing car out of garage and accelerator automatically increased high speed. i was unable to stop. car hit garage door and damaged the garage door, wall, front driver side quarter panel, front bumper. approx $3600 car damage and $1500 garage damage. fortunate that no other damage or injuries occurred. this never happened before and was very unexpected. i am now afraid that this may happen again under unexpected circumstances with more severe consequences.

Reported in: HOWARD OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T2HA31U66C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the whole entire dashboard has cracks in it they started very small but keep growing.

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

complete engine failure while driving. no leaks. vehicle was towed to service station and mechanic diagnosed seized engine due to clogged oil intake due to excessive sludge build up. vehicle oil was routinely changed iaw manufacture guidelines with synthetic oil. replaced engine with a used engine and after one day of driving the same thing happened on the replacement engine. currently unable to locate a third engine that doesn't suffer from excessive sludge build up in the engine.

Reported in: FAIRFAX STATION VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2HA31U46C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard cracking and falling apart. for a $40,000 + car is is a disgrace and discourages me from ever buying a toyota vehicle again. lexus dealer said $2,500+ to replace. i should not have to pay for their incompetence and use of inferior materials. especially for a luxury car. the problem would be worse if not for the fact that the car is garaged.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T2GA31U86C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard on my 2006 lexus rx 330 is literly peeling off, it is cracked everywhere and in some spots the dashboard coting/cover is just not there,it has crumbled and falled off.

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: