NHTSA Complaint #11546358 — 2009 LEXUS RX

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11546358
Vehicle	2009 LEXUS RX
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 21, 2023
Date Filed	September 25, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AL

Consumer Description

Oil line ruptured spilling causing loss of most engine oil on road and potentially ruining engine. Vehicle currently is at Toyota dealership being rep[aired so is available for inspection. Oil on road of course a safety hazard. Oil line rupture was confirmed by Toyota service department. Vehicle had to be towed into repair shop. Rupture occurred spontaneously while drive at 45 MPH on road. No warning lamps on prior to episode and car was driving fine.

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