There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Lexus RX, but owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA.
2000 Lexus RX problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 25 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 20
- Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 90,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Lexus RX complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · reported Jul 27, 2022
On 7/26/2022 approx 8:00 AM I was driving on brighton clopton rd when this flat bed wrecker was backing out on highway and I was looking down to make sure my speedometer was at 30 MPH all of a sudden I crashed into this bed of the wrecker, (Not one) airbag deployed my knees, shins, chest bones , hurt like crazy , head, I was taken to hospital for evaluation, I attach some pictures from my crash , the officer had me to move out of drivers seat just in case the airbags did finally go off. Why not they didn't imployed ? Air bags did not go off .... Why ????????????
Power Train · at 180,000 miles · reported May 9, 2020
2000 rx300 do not shift into the 3 gear while driving, the transmission shifts from 1 &2 but not 3. The engine speed is high and doesn't shift. We haven't driven it since, trying to find out what to do next with this vehicle. I have a friend that have the same make & model and he's had the same problems also!
Power Train · at 143,000 miles · reported Sep 3, 2012
Transmission started making a whining sound at certain speeds about a year and a half earlier. Toyota dealer confirmed odd noise from transmission, but said there was nothing they could do apart from removing transmission. I was in a nearby state when the tranny finally went out - 1st gear still works and sometimes 2nd gear, but 3rd, 4th and reverse all went out when I was accelerating onto the highway - a loud bang and then it revved up like it was in neutral even though it was in drive. I'm concerned this was a design flaw, but lexus does not agree and has offered no compensation up to this…
Power Train · at 140,000 miles · reported Aug 21, 2012
While driving car lost power would not go forward. Never gave me any warning no check engine light nothing! Made it home at 5 MPH. Transmission went out with no warning! $3600 to fix at aamco, seems like they see this problem often in the rx300 models 1999-2003 mine is a 2000. Called lexus but offered no help! Very unhappy lexus owner.
Power Train · at 85,000 miles · reported Dec 5, 2007
Complete transmission failure. After driving on expressway parked car in driveway at home. 20 min. Later tried to put car in garage and it would not move. Had it towed to shop on car carrier and found broken gears in transmission.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Lexus RX have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Lexus RX as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Lexus RX?
Owners report power train problems most often (25 reports), followed by seat belts (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 90,000 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.