6.2

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
12,000 miles

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problem #1

Jan 052004

ES 300 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,000 miles
While having 15,000 service warranty performed, dealership noticed that all four tires were cupping on the outer part of the tread. The tires had deteriorated. Prior to having the service work done the tires were making noise while driving that got louder and louder.

- Sunrise, FL, USA