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2002 Lexus ES repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 27 repairs.
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2002 Lexus ES repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (26%)

$100 - $499 (48%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Lexus ES

Engine not specified

Lexus ES in California, United States
Nov 2011 - Oct 2014
May 2014

142400 mi

US $1250
It was the main computer system of the car 

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2002 Lexus ES 4dr Sedan

210-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

Lexus ES in Kansas, United States
Feb 2015 - Oct 2018
Jun 2015

92000 mi

US $112
The chrome on the original wheels was peeling off and corroding, causing a slow leak. Repair not feasible so I purchased a used set of painted factory alloy wheels from a junkyard and had them installed by my independent mechanic. 
Oct 2015

94300 mi

US $399
Had to replace noisy timing belt idler pulley as its bearing(s) failed. "I've never replaced one of these" said my mechanic. 
Lexus ES in California, United States
- Apr 2010
Apr 2010

64000 mi
Rear center brake light bulb went out. Picked up a new one at the dealer, popped off the light from the rear shelf and replaced it. The Toyota Dealer I got the bulb from just gave it to me for free. 
Lexus ES in Colorado, United States
Dec 2013 - Apr 2017
Jul 2016

98996 mi

US $1417
Timing Belt Replacement, Water Pump, Radiator Flush, 2 Serpentine Belt Replacement. Top Engine Mount Driver Door Handle 
Lexus ES in California, United States
Feb 2015 - Aug 2017
Feb 2015

133000 mi

US $400
Car surges, hesitates when accelerating from a stop. MAF sensor replaced including Air Filter. Problem fixed. 
Apr 2016

142000 mi
wind noise driver side window. window channel run broken. part# 68151-33070.not yet repaired. awaiting part availability 
Lexus ES in Wisconsin, United States
Dec 2020 - Oct 2022
Jan 2021

169000 mi

US $300
Replace starter 
Jun 2021

158000 mi

US $150
Sway bar bracket rusted out and broke. 
Mar 2022

171000 mi

US $400
Starter replacement 
Lexus ES in Alabama, United States
Mar 2013 - Jan 2014
May 2013

101000 mi

US $60
Failed AC clutch relay. 
Jun 2013

108000 mi

US $150
Rubber front side window seals detached. Replaced by body shop. 
Aug 2013

108900 mi

US $200
Replaced front right brake caliper. 
Lexus ES in Florida, United States
Jun 2011 - Mar 2015
Aug 2011

110300 mi

US $380
Bad valve in one of cylinders; replaced valve 
Sep 2012

131000 mi

US $120
Rear driver-side window stopped functioning. Repair motor 
Lexus ES in Maryland, United States
Jun 2011 - Apr 2017
Mar 2012

103000 mi

US $450
Front brake calipers frozen and would not release. New front calipers, rotors and pads installed to fix problem. 
Jul 2014

143700 mi

US $525
Leak in the exhaust between headers and catalytic converter. Leak repaired. Recharge AC system. 
Feb 2015

156000 mi

US $875
Replaced front rotors, calipers, pads and brake lines. Replaced rear pads and resurfaced rear rotors. 
Oct 2015

169200 mi

US $800
Variable valve solenoid caused CEL. Replaced and CEL reset. Problem has not reoccurred. 
Feb 2016

175000 mi

US $660
Car intermittently would not start at first, then finally would not start at all. Independent shop checked electrical system and replaced starter and starter wiring (corrosion). 
Aug 2016

180700 mi

US $500
Steering pump failed and was replaced. New fluid added. 
Lexus ES in Georgia, United States
Feb 2013 - May 2015
Nov 2014

222300 mi

US $500
Replaced catalytic converter. Replace one engine coil 
Lexus ES in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2011 - Oct 2013
Jul 2013

138300 mi

US $1000
replace O2 sensor as well as water pump and belts 

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2002 Lexus ES Repair Histories

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