1993 Lexus ES300 Engine cooling Problems

“A cloud of blue smoke comes out when I first start my car in the morning. I was told by the dealer that the 3.0 liter engines have sludge problems and need to be replaced.”

“While traveling on the highway and without any prior warning the vehicle will overheat and shut down . Consumer added there were problems with the vehicle's air conditioner, and a strong gasoline smell inside the vehicle. The consumer was told the head gasket was blown because of poor maintenance at the dealership and the vehicle was in need of a radiator although the leaks were coming from the engine and the water pump the oxygen sensor failed.”

“I have experienced the surging that was discussed in the media on my 1993 Lexus ES300 many times. I have owned the car since 1995. This happens when the vehicle is stopped (at idle). I have the brake depressed and the car engine increases in RPM's. Sometimes it is a powerful surge that causes the car to move forward. Usually, I notice this occurring and press harder on the brake to prevent the car from moving forward.”

“Vehicle was taken to dealer for an oil leak, dealer replaced the o-ring. Two months later the oil light illuminated and the dealer could not find any problems, approximately three months later the engine froze up on the highway, the engine was replaced, consumer is requesting reimbursement for repairs.”

“Engine oil is jelling which prevents oil from circulating through the engine. Dealer contacted. First there was oil filter gasket leak at block. Dealer replaced oil filter housing o-ring. On another occasion, the oil light was on and the vehicle would not start. Lastly, the engine seized. Dealer replaced engine and found oil gelling in engine. After new engine, dealer informed consumer of an oil gelling condition that may occur. Consumer is requesting reimbursement from expenses incurred for oil gelling condition.”