2004 GS300 also have Transmission problems

Test drive the GS300 then let us know...

If yes, then I will go to the new Acura RL 2006.

I read about transmission problems on the Lexus. I now have an ES300 2000 and was thinking of getting possibly a Lexus GS300. Doe it also, the 2004 GS300 have Transmission problems ?

If yes, then I will go to the new Acura RL 2006.

Yes, All new Lexus Sedans with the electronic throttle system have the problem.

A TEST drive tells me NOTHING aboout transmission troubles down the line, does it?

I read about transmission problems on the Lexus. I now have an ES300 2000 and was thinking of getting possibly a Lexus GS300. Doe it also, the 2004 GS300 have Transmission problems ?

If yes, then I will go to the new Acura RL 2006.

Yes, All new Lexus Sedans with the electronic throttle system have the problem.

The hesitation issues discussed in this forum are generally not a wear/tear or developing issue - the car exhibits the poor behaviour from day one. I'm not aware of any durability issues in the Lexus transmissions above and beyond normal attrition. OTOH, there have been recent major issues with Honda transmissions.

- Mark

What is the electronic throttle system, please?

The fly by wire throttle. Where there is no physical connection between the gas pedal and the engine throttle, but a logical one, controlled by software.

What is the electronic throttle system, please?

The fly by wire throttle. Where there is no physical connection between the gas pedal and the engine throttle, but a logical one, controlled by software.

Thanks for the info. What model year did that start with?

Agreed, lots of trouble with Honda/Acura trannies. I know of no long term problems with transmissions on any Toyota/Lexus vehicle. Mark is correct, the problem exhibits itself from day one. A lengthy test drive would reveal the problem.

It started with the 2002 ES300 5-speed auto.