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RX400h Longevity?

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Old 03-24-23 | 03:25 PM
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Default RX400h Longevity?

I'm curious if any others have reached > 300K miles and > 15 years without any hybrid system issues?
Our 2006 RX400h finally died this past December, after ~17 good years, ~280K miles, 2 front deer hits, and one accidental diesel gas fill .
We are pretty sure the hybrid system finally gave out on one of our kids, on a highway in Baltimore, but coasted to a safe place for a tow.
We decided this was the end for "Sylvia", since too many Christmas lights flashing, including the "Check hybrid system".
If by chance anyone is interested in replacing their 2004-09 RX-based OEM stereo with a double-din system, let me know, since I kept the newer replacement unit during our trade-in.

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Old 03-31-23 | 01:20 PM
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You might have nothing more than the hybrid coolant pump failure. When it fails the hybrid system will throw a lot of codes. the pump is about $240 and is mounted on the frame infront of the front left tire. We have 277k miles and the pump has been replaced once.
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Old 05-26-24 | 12:05 AM
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Default Still going strong with 349,000 miles on 2008 Lexus rx400h

My 2008 Lexus rx400h is still going strong with original hybrid battery, engine and transmission. Last year I replaced shocks and control arms. The vehicle has now 349,000 miles and recently started overheating the engine. My best guess is need to replace a water pump along with timing belt and tensioner. This vehicle is very reliable and I hope to stay alive till I hit 500k miles and it will be a record breaking.
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