Lexus RX 350 Front Lower Ball Joint Wear
Lexus
2009
2GR-FE 3.5 V6
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
⚠️ Drive with Caution
Safety Impact
Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent
Urgency Level
🟡 Monitor Closely
Front lower ball joints on RX350 wear at 100,000-120,000 miles causing a clunking noise over bumps. Ball joint replacement costs £180-320 per side.
Repair / Solution
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