2000 Lexus RX300 Suspension Problems

“Rear suspension broken upon impact with road debris. The vehicle traveled at approximately 30 MPH and wobbled. The rear control arms were replaced. The consumer has the old part in his possession. The consumer indicated that the control arms were made of thin tubing, approximately .6 inches in outside diameter and welded together. The control arm broke right next to the welding spot.”

“Dt: vehicle was purchased used from a honda dealer in texas, banxten honda. Vehicle was just out of the four year warrant., however, it had power train warranty left. Consumer was driving in california when he made a right hand turn and there was an explosion. Vehicle pulled violently to the left and consumer was able to turn vehicle to the right with great effort to avoid a big truck. Vehicle came to a stop, and consumer found that the ball joint on the front drivers side failed. Consumer has photographs of this. Insurance had vehicle towed to dealer in van nuys california, keyes Lexus. …”

“The contact stated while traveling 30 MPH, on wet road conditions, vehicle control was lost. The vehicle began to veer to the right and the steering wheel and brakes failed. The vehicle stopped when it colliding with a parked vehicle. A piece of metal was observed on the ground after the incident. There was a police report taken at the scene. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where it was determined an air bubble in the metal of the control arm caused the accident. The shop replaced the passenger side control arm, strut, inner and outer tie rod, and the boot kit.”

“There is a rattling noise on the right side (glove box and/or dashboard) while going over bumps at aroun 5-30mph. Also, when traveling on the highway at 50-65mph, if the rear windows are open (front windows closed) the air flow into the car causes a terrible wind flapping noise (unbearable to ears), and the car also shakes.”