2004 Lexus RX330 from North America - Comments

I also have noticed a problem with my RX330.

We own a 2004 Lexus RX330. We Purchased the RX new and we now have 45,000 miles on the RX. We have not as of this writing been having any problems with the transmission not shifting properly. What has occurred since 40,000 miles is a "whining/whirling noise that gradually becomes apparent at about 20 to 40 mph. I have put 4 new Michelin tires on the car, balanced and aliened all 4 wheels but the noise is still there. One local mechanic told me that it was the transmission. Does any one have any constructive comments that I could use when presenting my case to the dealer based on this information?

My RX 330 at 28,000 miles has just begun the transmission issue at about 20-25 miles per hour. The dealer did the computer adjustment to it. It is still having the problem. Also, at 28,000 miles, four new (and I might add big) tires are needed. Seems really low mileage for new tires, eh?

Have you been rotating your tires regularly?

In 2003, I bought a previously owned 2000 RX300 (with 38,000 miles) from a dealership. While I liked the car overall, it had a very annoying vibration/transmission noise when idling, so decided to trade up to the newer, slightly larger 2004 RX330.

I now have 51,000 miles on the RX330. It was purchased in August '04, and has been a pleasure to own and drive so far. There were a few squeaks and rattles (like in the dashboard) when new, but either they've gone away, or I don't notice them anymore.

I might, from time to time, experience the hesitation that you speak of, but the way it's been explained to me is that it's a computerized system, and at a certain speeds, it doesn't know which gear to be in so I should either ease up or give it a little more gasoline. Until now, I haven't considered it a problem - just an idiosyncrasy of the vehicle and have learned to compensate.

We have a 2005 RX 330. After we bought the car I immediately noticed something strange about the transmission. I was told by the dealer that it wasn't a problem. With all of the postings, I believe that Lexus does have a problem.

I love the car, but it sure seems like Lexus is trying to sweep this issue under the carpet.