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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%)

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2002 Lexus RX transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (60%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

118000 mi

US $3000
Rebuilt the tranny 
163000 mi

US $2700
Transmission rebuild for the 2nd time.  
102000 mi

US $500
Oil leak, change gasket 
210500 mi

US $4150
Transmission was slipping in reverse,and had developed a high pitched sound when accelerating in drive. (Noise started after I had accidentally placed the car in Low gear and drove highway speed for about a minute before switching to drive) 

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2002 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

40900 mi

US $450
TOOK APART AND CLEANED {RUSTED} CV JOINTS (4-WHEEL DRIVE) FALSELY ACTIVATED ABS ON BRAKES ON START-UP FROM ADEAD STOP. 

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2002 Lexus RX Transmission Problems

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