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2002 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 37 repairs.
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2002 Lexus RX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Lexus RX

Engine not specified

188000 mi

US $100
blue smoke coming out, due to oil leaking 

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2002 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

34628 mi Check engine and VSC lights are on. Repaired vacuum hose connection at air cleaner housing. N/C from dealership. 
148000 mi

US $285
Oxygen sensor 
219000 mi

US $485
ReplacedOxygan Sensor 
210000 mi

US $1200
Car was leaking small amounts of fluid; Check engine light came on, took to shop. Replaced valve cover and upper intake gaskets, water pump and timing belt. Also replaced cam seals and front crank seals. 
107000 mi

US $607
Replaced air-fuel sensor 

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2002 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

119000 mi

US $130
All three o2 sensers 
85000 mi

US $300
Key broke. No one but Lexus can fix it. 
46000 mi

US $829
REPLACED OXYGEN SENSOR. IT BLEW OUT. MADE LOTS OF EXHAUST FROM UNDER THE HOOD. 
185000 mi

US $10
Bad pcv valve replaced. 
105000 mi

US $1800
o2 sensor, mass airflow sensor mid exhaust pipe 
72000 mi

US $250
Rear Oxygen sensor replaced. 
91300 mi

US $200
O2 sensor out 
72000 mi

US $216
Car began using excessive oil, but no evidence of leaks or burning. Dealer identified problem as oil sludge buildup and recommended a $4,500 engine rebuild. Dealer recommended calling Lexus customer service. Debating whether to repair car. 
123000 mi

US $400
Bad belt squeel. 

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2002 Lexus RX Engine Problems

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