2006 Lexus GS300 engine problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2006 Lexus GS300 — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“"p2757 torque converter clutch pressure control solenoid control circuit performance or stuck off " which causes the engine to stall while driving or when pulling in reverse. Very unsafe to drive .”
filed Jul 24, 2019
“I purchased my vehicle (used) in 2014. I have experienced a rebuilt transmission ($4200), new alternator and now I'm currently experience oil consumption. My car is burning oil at-at-a rapid pace. I have replaced my oil two times in two months. My mechanic has informed me that it's the engine…”
filed Mar 6, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to…
L-SB-0002-20 Rev · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 5, 2020
Engine problems in other GS300 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 GS300 | 2 | 6% |
| 1999 GS300 | 1 | 3% |
| 1998 GS300 | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Lexus GS300
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.