2007 ES350 head gasket coolant leak
02-05-13, 12:52 PM
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What has led you to believe that you've had a head gasket fail? Where is the coolant leak?
Replacing a head gasket is NOT the job for anyone (or shop) that is not familiar with the engine.
Replacing a head gasket is NOT the job for anyone (or shop) that is not familiar with the engine.
02-11-13, 06:43 AM
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Bad story woth a good ending. Lexus confirmed that I do have a leak coming from the head gasket. They were as surprised as I was, as no one at the dealer had ever experienced this before. The cost to repair $3,200. Ouch! I decided to contact Lexus... to make a long story short Lexus has decided to pay for the repair. The car is currently in the shop while I drive a loaner. This car never ran hot, tha fans worked, so that was not the cause. Both heads are being pulled and sent out for a cleaning and examination. We are all curious to what is found and I will let you know. The car has 84,000 miles, out of warranty... Would GM, Ford, Chrysler have done this? I don't think so, this has restored my faith in Lexus!
02-11-13, 08:46 AM
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Bad story woth a good ending. Lexus confirmed that I do have a leak coming from the head gasket. They were as surprised as I was, as no one at the dealer had ever experienced this before. The cost to repair $3,200. Ouch! I decided to contact Lexus... to make a long story short Lexus has decided to pay for the repair. The car is currently in the shop while I drive a loaner. This car never ran hot, tha fans worked, so that was not the cause. Both heads are being pulled and sent out for a cleaning and examination. We are all curious to what is found and I will let you know. The car has 84,000 miles, out of warranty... Would GM, Ford, Chrysler have done this? I don't think so, this has restored my faith in Lexus!Glad it's a happy ending for you.
02-12-13, 01:38 PM
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I will let you know
Very strange! Something is defiantly causing your engine to run hot, which in turn will cause your cylinder head to swell so much, that over a long period of time it will literally crush the head gasket, resulting in a leak!! I'm surprised to hear this happening to your 07.. Could be your thermostat not opening when it should?!?!? Or fans not kicking in... 
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I am having the same problem.. I took my car in for an oil change and inspection. I was told I needed a we water pump. When they were removing a shield they found leaking coolant and said I need to replace the head gasket. I have aboutv102,000 miles and have had all thebrequiredvservive performed as needed. The service rep. Said they had nevervseen this before. Itvwill cost me $4000 to replace the head gasket and $735 for the water pup. The rep said its unusual amdninhave done all the services when needed. I called Lexus HQ today and am waiting to hear back. My husband bought a used 2007 ES350 last year because we were so impressed with mine. Now I am very concerned.
04-02-13, 06:46 AM
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I find it hard to believe, as stated in the other thread, that your car needs a water pump. Either the leak is coming from the water pump or from the head gasket. If your headgasket was failing, the car would be running like trash.
Do not go back to the dealer. Take the car to a reputable independent mechanic for a second opinion.
Do not go back to the dealer. Take the car to a reputable independent mechanic for a second opinion.
04-02-13, 08:20 AM
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Waterpumps not all that uncommon on 07 2gr-fe's
I find it hard to believe, as stated in the other thread, that your car needs a water pump. Either the leak is coming from the water pump or from the head gasket. If your headgasket was failing, the car would be running like trash.
Do not go back to the dealer. Take the car to a reputable independent mechanic for a second opinion.
Do not go back to the dealer. Take the car to a reputable independent mechanic for a second opinion.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es3...waterpump.html
self explanatory.
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Maureen... Sounds like you are being "over quoted". My quoted repair from the dealer was $3,200. I also decided to replace the water pump, since the engine comes out of the car to replace the head gasket I was only charged for the part, not labor. As I recall about $160.00. They replaced both head gaskets, sent the heads out to be cleaned and miced, gave me a loaner, repair took about 9 days. As mentioned Lexus covered the cost (not the water pump), but I had a lot fewer miles than ood Luck!
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Same exactl problem with 2008 - help!!
I have the EXACT same problem with a 2008 model - no problems and then BAM!
I would love to know who you spoke with and how you presented your case that made them willing to cover the cost of the repairs. I'm getting quotes from $1700-$2200 none of which I really want to pay out of pocket.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Bill
I would love to know who you spoke with and how you presented your case that made them willing to cover the cost of the repairs. I'm getting quotes from $1700-$2200 none of which I really want to pay out of pocket.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Bill
My 07 ES350 has a head gasket coolant leak. Car has 84,000 miles, very well maintained, coolant and oil levels never low, engine never over heated or repaired and only serviced. Car always garaged and never exposed to temps below 15 degrees. 
My Lexus dealer says the repair is $3,152 ! This is incredible, head gaskets should last for many, many more miles. Any thoughts as to cause or a less expensive solution?
UPDATE A very bad story with a good ending. I did take the car to Lexus, it does have 84,000 miles, it is out of warranty, and Lexus did quote $3,152. I went to Lexus headquarters USA (california), they said that they would get back to me in 3 days at the latest and they did. They decided to cover 100% of the repair, plus I han an almost new ES350 waiting for me as a loaner. So I guess there is a payback for having most of my service done at Lexus. I know not all of you agree but it sure paid off for me. Thank you Lexus. P>S> Of course this never should have happened in the first place!
My Lexus dealer says the repair is $3,152 ! This is incredible, head gaskets should last for many, many more miles. Any thoughts as to cause or a less expensive solution?UPDATE A very bad story with a good ending. I did take the car to Lexus, it does have 84,000 miles, it is out of warranty, and Lexus did quote $3,152. I went to Lexus headquarters USA (california), they said that they would get back to me in 3 days at the latest and they did. They decided to cover 100% of the repair, plus I han an almost new ES350 waiting for me as a loaner. So I guess there is a payback for having most of my service done at Lexus. I know not all of you agree but it sure paid off for me. Thank you Lexus. P>S> Of course this never should have happened in the first place!
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es350 head gasket leak
All my service work was done by Lexus, the dealer was as surprised as I was that I had a head gasket leak, the quoted repair cost was $3,200. I asked the dealer for contact info for Lexus USA. They provided me with the info. I pleaded my case with Lexus USA, car was out of warranty, but just (84,000 miles). I was polite, but my message was clear... I would never buy another Lexus and that I expected performance at least as good as my Infinity which I sold at 192,000 miles, the only repair other than normal service was a water pump. They listened and said they would get back to me in no more than 2 days and they did. They offered me 50% of the repair cost and I guess they assumed that I would be satisfied... I was not, they asked what I expected and I said 100%, I was put on hold for several minutes, they contacted the dealer who was supportive and they agreed to 100%. The car continues to perform well and I am satisfied and yes I would and probably will buy another Lexus.
03-15-14, 12:39 PM
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My 07 ES350 has a head gasket coolant leak. Car has 84,000 miles, very well maintained, coolant and oil levels never low, engine never over heated or repaired and only serviced. Car always garaged and never exposed to temps below 15 degrees. My Lexus dealer says the repair is $3,152 ! This is incredible, head gaskets should last for many, many more miles. Any thoughts as to cause or a less expensive solution?
UPDATE A very bad story with a good ending. I did take the car to Lexus, it does have 84,000 miles, it is out of warranty, and Lexus did quote $3,152. I went to Lexus headquarters USA (california), they said that they would get back to me in 3 days at the latest and they did. They decided to cover 100% of the repair, plus I han an almost new ES350 waiting for me as a loaner. So I guess there is a payback for having most of my service done at Lexus. I know not all of you agree but it sure paid off for me. Thank you Lexus. P>S> Of course this never should have happened in the first place!
My Lexus dealer says the repair is $3,152 ! This is incredible, head gaskets should last for many, many more miles. Any thoughts as to cause or a less expensive solution?UPDATE A very bad story with a good ending. I did take the car to Lexus, it does have 84,000 miles, it is out of warranty, and Lexus did quote $3,152. I went to Lexus headquarters USA (california), they said that they would get back to me in 3 days at the latest and they did. They decided to cover 100% of the repair, plus I han an almost new ES350 waiting for me as a loaner. So I guess there is a payback for having most of my service done at Lexus. I know not all of you agree but it sure paid off for me. Thank you Lexus. P>S> Of course this never should have happened in the first place!
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