2009 Lexus RX Lexus RX 2009

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2009 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (39%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 33 repairs.
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2009 Lexus RX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

89000 mi

US $300
Replacement of oil pipe 
107000 mi Needed new engine mounts. 
67300 mi

US $3000
water pump seals leaking. Had to pull engine and replace pump 
90000 mi

US $70
Bad gas cap, had to replace it. 
108700 mi

US $600
Water pump replaced 

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2009 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

142600 mi

C $700
Water pump dead 
62000 mi A rubber oil feeder tube exploded and dumped 3 quarts of engine oil before I was able to safely stop. Engine timing went out because it is oil pressure controlled. Replaced with OEM "metal" parts since Lexus is aware of this issue. 

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2009 Lexus RX Engine Problems

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