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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 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 16 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

130000 mi

US $400
replaced O2 sensors, 1 malfunctioned replaced all 4 
144000 mi

£25
VVTI solenoid replaced by myself. EML was illuminated and slight hesitation at cruise speeds. Now running well again. 
146000 mi

£100
Split in radiator plastic header. New rad fitted. 
155000 mi

£200
misfiring replaced 2 coils 
102300 mi Radiator had a very tiny slow leak. 
108580 mi

C $200
Replace purge control valve near gas tank. 
107300 mi

US $800
Motor mounts replaced 
112500 mi

US $600
Crack at top of radiator. Replaced radiator. 
131000 mi

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

97061 mi

US $633
Water pump, timing belt, and drive belts replaced 
127000 mi

US $120
Replaced one sensor 
285500 mi Dealership replacing throttle body components as this is covered under a customer support program. 
286000 mi Possible clogged catalytic converter 
302000 mi

US $75
Replaced radiator. 
155000 mi

US $1000
Had squeaky belts-Replacing timing belts and assembly Replaced front brake pads and rotors Synthetic oil change 

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2001 Lexus GS Engine Problems

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