| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2001 Lexus LS repairs by problem area
Engine (59%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (5%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (14%)
Chart based on 22 repairs.
2001 Lexus LS engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (50%)
< $100 (25%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan
290-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 190000 mi US $400 |
Leaking radiator replaced |
| 208000 mi US $24 |
rubber gasket around thermostat disk broke and jammed to keep thermostat slightly open. 30 minute job done by myself. |
| 135000 mi US $40 |
check engine light and other light on |
| 100000 mi £450 |
Fan belt broke - The wire in the fan belt then sliced through the pipes between the gearbox and cooler, dumping all transmission fluid on the ground, bringing the car to a halt. The wire also mashed the engine front cover. |
| 126000 mi US $100 |
This gen had common issues of exhaust leaks. That is what I had. I had the exhaust welded but problem persists. No drive-ability issues outside of a CEL. |
| 131000 mi | CEL for exhaust leaks. |
| 118200 mi US $500 |
Leaking Radiator, Replaced radiator by Lexus Dealer. Valve Cover Gasket/both sides eventually. |
| 155100 mi US $300 |
Replaced 2 Variable Valve timing Solenoids |
| 153000 mi US $225 |
both upstream oxygen sensors replaced due to check engine light. |
| 114000 mi US $572 |
Variable valve timing sensor failed. Causing traction control to turn off and CEL to light up. |
| 125000 mi US $650 |
valve cover gaskets |
| 162000 mi US $280 |
replaced radiator |
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