ggebhardt

Zero problems with my last three LX and my current RX.

All have operated without flaw..

tdjacw

So has my last three Chevy's been flawless. My point being, I don't see any real difference it quality with Lexus.
They too have issues, so I cant understand the premium price tag. The sticker on my Chevy Tahoe was exactly the same
and there is no comparison in the V8 motor, quietness, overall you get a lot more for your money. Dont take it personally its just my experience.

mikemu30

True - there are issues with every single manufacturer - but in my experience, GM has become the absolute worst. My last GM car, a GMC Acadia which I also paid a pile of dough for was a complete joke quality wise from day one and the problems there are widespread including trans and engine failures at very early ages. Nobody is taking anything personally but I suspect that if you could do a statistical gathering of metrics related to the reliability of Lexus versus GM, you would find it is no contest. GM has become a joke.

ggebhardt

No one in my extended family would ever buy a GM product, but that is your choice to make.

I would rather own a 3 year old Lexus any day than a 3 year old GM product, even if they cost the same.

Don't take it personally its just my experience.

kitlz

Back on topic, please.

tdjacw

Yes, back on topic. So if I want to check for this leak the vehicle will need to be parked for several days before any signs will appear?

allwheels

Nope, just need to look up at the back side of the engine where the cylinder head and block mate. If the leak is bad enough, it could reach the ground, but 9/10 times its a seep and not worth messing with.

Tia515

I found one drop of oil near the engine and transmission connection on my
new 2017 RX350, and it only has 300 miles. It made in Canada in Aug of 2017.

Is there any 2017 RX350 owner has oil leaking problem?

Thanks,

Tia515

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Is your RX350 still running well after the "leaking" repair?

FastFord

I would just monitor it and let them know on your first check up. As far as I know there is no oil leak "problem" That being said any new vehicle could have a small leak, I have had a few but it was always something small, such as the gasket on the cartridge filter not seated correctly. Congrats on the new ride!

Tia515

Thanks for your opinion, FastFord:
why you said that "many new vehicle could have a small leak".

I am concerning that the seepage developing further worse, and it seems
RX350 transmission doesn't have oil stick for me to check the oil level, and
I may not know if the oil level reach very low.
I also concern that the repair process is involved in a big "open heart surgery" of
engine and transmission removal and re-assembled. The process can create
problems.

I will call Lexus /dealer for my complaint and concern.


Tia515

FastFord

I have had 56 different vehicles over the years and a few, maybe 5 or 6 had some sort of oil issue on delivery. I can remember two had some residual oil from somewhere dripping and another two had oil filter gasket issues, One the drain plug was stripped...yup brand new. If the fluid you see is brownish then it's oil and if it's reddish it's transmission. Just keep monitoring it and if you feel a bit stressed call Lexus and have them check it out. You would need to find a big puddle under your vehicle to run it dry.

Maybe you have a piece of cardboard you can slide under it at night. It would be best if the car was hot when you parked it. I wouldn't be too concerned at this point for a re&re of engine/tranny. I would expect more oil and that scenario is extremely rare.

Tia515

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Thanks for your discussion, FastFord;

Well, I did the oil leaking finding in a "controlled manner"

- I found a drop of oil Saturday, I used a paper to wipe it off, and took pictures;
- next morning, I drove it to highway for about 10 miles and back to park it for 2 hours and let it cooled down;
- I went to under, looked at the same spot, there is oil seeping out which I wiped out before, and took pictures;
- the color of oil seems not red, it looks engine oil, not sure yet.

Regards,

FastFord

So it sounds like you have a small leak, as any residual oil should have disappeared by now. Your dealer should be able locate and repair the leak.

ggebhardt

I would just have them take care of it at service.