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2001 Lexus GS repairs by problem area

Engine (70%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (9%)

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2001 Lexus GS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Lexus GS 4dr Sedan

300-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Lexus GS in Great Britain
Feb 2014 - Jul 2018
Mar 2015

144000 mi

£25
VVTI solenoid replaced by myself. EML was illuminated and slight hesitation at cruise speeds. Now running well again. 
Dec 2015

146000 mi

£100
Split in radiator plastic header. New rad fitted. 
Jul 2018

155000 mi

£200
misfiring replaced 2 coils 
Lexus GS in North Carolina, United States
- Mar 2010
Mar 2010

130000 mi

US $400
replaced O2 sensors, 1 malfunctioned replaced all 4 
Lexus GS in Illinois, United States
- Nov 2011
Nov 2011

99000 mi

US $350
replace broken trunk release 
Lexus GS in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

102300 mi
Radiator had a very tiny slow leak. 
Aug 2015

103200 mi

C $487
Starter sometimes does not engage on first crank, decided not to wait until it became frequent. Went ahead got a replacement. 
Jul 2016

107880 mi

C $200
Replace purge control valve near gas tank. 
Lexus GS in California, United States
Dec 2015 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018

80000 mi
Diagnose inoperative steering wheel radio control module 
Lexus GS in Texas, United States
Feb 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2014

107300 mi

US $800
Motor mounts replaced 
Jan 2015

US $600
Crack at top of radiator. Replaced radiator. 
Jun 2015

121000 mi

US $410
Hood stays were weakening. Hood would not stay up when raised. 
Feb 2016

129000 mi

US $3700
Brake actuator and ABS system replaced. 
Lexus GS in District of Columbia, United States
Jul 2014 - Jan 2018
Feb 2015

131000 mi

US $75
Engine warning light was on. Mechanic cleaned a contact 
Mar 2015

133000 mi

US $75
Engine warning light was on again a month later. Mechanic again cleaned a contact 

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2001 Lexus GS 4dr Sedan

220-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Lexus GS in Texas, United States
- Oct 2017
May 2013

103000 mi

US $1800
Replaced pretty much the whole ac system 
Oct 2017

127000 mi

US $120
Replaced one sensor 
Lexus GS in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2015 - Jun 2020
Jan 2016 Dealership replacing throttle body components as this is covered under a customer support program. 
Jul 2016

286000 mi
Possible clogged catalytic converter 
Dec 2017

302000 mi

US $75
Replaced radiator. 
Lexus GS in Virginia, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2016
Mar 2015

155000 mi

US $1000
Had squeaky belts-Replacing timing belts and assembly Replaced front brake pads and rotors Synthetic oil change 
Lexus GS in California, United States
- Dec 2010
Dec 2010

97061 mi

US $784
key trasmitter assembly replaced; master key cut and programmed Water pump, timing belt, and drive belts replaced 

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2001 Lexus GS Repair Histories

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