TOYOTA should be SUED for these engineering flaws | LEXUS CT200H & TOYOTA PRIUS
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- čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
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intro 1:02 - 1:21
1) Engine design + Electric Coolant Pump 1:22 - 2:37
2) No Temperature Gauge + temperature sensor 2:38 - 4:10
3) "b" gear + spark plugs 4:11 - 4:41
conclusion 4:42 - 5:21 - Auta a dopravní prostředky
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B mode does not cause misfiring or mimic it. It holds the CVT transmission in a lower gear ratio to help slow the car down while going down a long hill. Normal gas only cars with manual or traditional automatics do this naturally it’s called engine braking and often on more late model cara the ecu cuts fuel during deceleration. this will not wear out your spark plugs.
Exactly, but it does cause accelerated wear on the gearing. Its fine to use it on hills, but dont use it all the time.
Just relating what my mechanic said. I do use it at high speeds and I reckon it may cause some damage
@@gsgcarreviews Use it as youre supposed to use it, only on hills. For any situation where you just need to slow down, use the brakes.
Sorry that your mechanic is one of those. He may do good work on vehicles but take his opinions with a grain of salt.
The CT is one of the most reliable cars of this decade just going by the numbers and the only flaws I could find were in the interior.
I disagree with everything bro, I purchased a new 2015 prius and used it to 400,000 miles zero problems, I always used the B position for 6yrs straight, now I have a 2017 ct200h, purchased with 16k miles now has 87k miles I'm still driving it like I drove the prius constantly using B. As long as you keep up with all the fluids and change air filter, and replace that pcv valve 1 time, and spark plugs I replaced on prius for first time at 250,000 miles and BTW the plugs ok and engine excellent shape. The reason I got rid of prius cuz a tesla suv young driver dui hit it, and it was declared total loss by insurance, it was still running excellent. The secret is to buy a car new or low miles and the way the driver drives. I owned 2003 dodge ram had 250,000 miles, 1991 mustang 5.0 5 speed stick 200,000 miles no problems, my father had 1976 Ford Ltd 350,000 miles v8 zero problems! It's the Damm! Driver/ or drivers or owner that kills the car! Look at all the aggressive people road raging 😂 fools and losers
What about coming off like a highway off ramp slowing down a lot from high speed ?@@drkastenbrot
My CT200h has 195k miles on it and still runs fine on its original battery and engine...
That's awesome! What year?
@@gsgcarreviews 2012 :)
Mine in 2011 with 160k miles
I just bought a 2012. I have things in mind for maintainence. Anything specific you wanna add to it?
@@savjottoor7910 Yes! Clean EGR system and injectors. Clean all the battery plugs and the battery fan. Change the cooling liquids for engine and inverter (original toyota only). And that’s it. :)
These failures are very rare from what i can gather.
Also, reading the temperature can be done with a 10$ bluetooth obd adapter and the Hybrid Assistant app for android. Iphone users need a more expensive wifi obd adapter and a different app.
B gear is not supposed to be used often and Toyota doesnt have any liability here because they explain it in the manual.
I find it to be common on Faceboon Groups, I should expand to Reddit and other forms of media to get a greater understanding
Thanks for sharing! I didn't know I could use the OBD for temp
2012 ct is running strong at 100k. I baby this car specially with the hight prices of gas. I have other cars that I no longer use and I am thinking on putting them up for sale and buying me a full electric for city driving and keeping my ct for longer distance driving. What do you guys think about the BMW i3?
It's good to have options. I've thought about the i3 and it could've been the worst decision of my life lol. I recently made a Tesla review and think 360 mile range is a little hard to live around.
Did you end up going full electric?
Thinking of buying this car and your videos have been v helpful so TY for that! We're in a similar area - any mechanic recs for this vehicle? Thanks again!
I'm so glad! I have a few more regarding the PRIUS & CT that I'm looking forward to posting. I actually responded to your post but for some strange reason it shows I didn't?
Anyway my go to guy for anything is Rudy. They are quick and very cheap
Prius911 Hybrid Auto Repair
RUDY @ 424-456-7713
3820 W El Segundo Blvd Unit G, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Got a 2012 ct200h, car blew the engine back in 2019, had been sitting since then, till I could find an engine for it here in South Africa, I could only find a 2zr fx engine, my mechanic had to change the top from my blown 2zr-fxe to the 2zr fx I bought.. now when we try to run the car, the new engine rattles and has loss of power.. what could be the problem?
Yikes that can be frustrating. I believe it's either a misfire or a fuel pump issue.
If that's not it I'd look into electrical harnesses because it's a different engine
@@gsgcarreviews I’ll have them look into it, they said they’ll check on the faults codes this week, hopefully it will reveal the source of the problem.. it could be the fuel pump🤔..
A bit of extra info:: the car ran for about 6 months with a blown head gasket, kept consuming coolant almost every week, took it to the dealership for a major service, told em to check on the misfire issue, they said they didn’t find any problem with it🤷🏾♂️ few days later, the engine blew a rod right through the block.. I wasn’t on the highway though when it blew, i was in a small residential area next to the house so I just crawled back using the hybrid battery then by the time it got to the driveway, because it’s a steep incline, i had to reactivate the blown engine, it was like it’s running on one cylinder, I’d press on the gas and wait for a few seconds then the car would jolt forward a bit.. maybe that’s a little clue of what might’ve happened to it
Why did it blow? How many miles and what's the condition of the car etc etc?
I just bought a late 2018 facelift CT200h with 9k miles on it, so basically brand new. Should I be worried about the head gasket/this cooler issue down the road? Was there any refinements or design differences made by Toyota during the 2012-2019 production? Thanks!
Yes there were many-many improvements that started at 2014! You should have no worries as long as you clean EGR valve and replace Temperature sensor
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Great channel. Very informative. I’m about to buy a 2015 ct220h. Do you recommend changing the temperature sensor as soon as I buy it or when I experience certain problems? If so, which problems exactly?
@@Pressure-xs6nq Hey thanks for the question? The temperature sensor is an inexpensive part and quite easy to replace so I'd say it's a no non-negotiable! Make sure to use only OEM parts
@@gsgcarreviews. Thanks for responding. I’m actually getting nervous about buying this car now. Today I went to view it again and whilst it was in Park, I accelerated slightly a few times and each time the car surged forward a little. The dealer said this was common and has something to do with the hybrid transmission. However I tried another CT and it never happened. So I’m now beginning to think there’s a problem with this particularly CT 200s transmission. Do you think I should avoid it and look for a different CT?
Well the CT engine is very sensitive lol. The transition from electric to engine is very loud and shakes the car especially when in park. Although I've never noticed the lunge forward until now
*I recently sold the car though so I'm not able to confirm
The cooler went on mine at 150k miles. Very important to let drivers know to change pump AND thermostat along with it.
Changing the pump was easy. On my car there is an overheating light that comes on but yes no guage
Yeah the main "catch" is that the engine starts and stops on its own because of EV MODE, so it's too late by the time we're aware of it
I have a 2012 version does that have the same issue with the cooling pump....I was told it was the water pump and head gasket....who is your mechanic, is he reasonable and are you in So Cal
Yeah it's not the best news to get 😕
Yes right here in LA county. I have 3 mechanics that know these cars front to back
@@gsgcarreviews recommend? i am in socal
I just bought a 2012 after doing all the homework. I got it from Lexus dealership and the same dealership where it was sold, maintained every single time, single owner, mint condititon. It runs just fine, although I will take take to my mechanic and get all the preventive maintainence done.
Here is my question to you, did you buy this car new or used?
Because yes there is headgasket and egr cloggin up problems but your car took it no next level.
Was it maintained throughout since day1?
Lucky you lol how's the car treating you so far? If I remember correctly the car shuddered when I was test driving it but I didn't think much of it. Luckily my friend owned the dealer and swapped out the engine for me
You should or will be a CZcams star. Great production values and heavy content. Love it. Thinking of a CT to replace the stinky diesel MB. Yours is the first review that had really helpful info. Kindergarten vrs PhD . Thank you so much. Keep up the good work.
Haha thanks John! I'm happy to provide value but I'd be grateful if I get there too 🙏
I'm excited you're leaning towards a hybrid! MB's are nice but I'm not a fan of stomping the pedal to get it moving. Please check in once you upgrade
Is this for certain years? What about a 2015 CT?
2015 is solid especially with EGR cleaning
Engine replacement at 121,000 on my 2012 CT200h. Cost $7,000 at Riverside Lexus in CA. Am I still upset? What do you think?
What was the cause of failure? Was it out of oil? Mine burns a lot of oil.
Whoaaa did you get it fixed from them? There are many hybrid specialty shops that would do it much cheaper
My man first and foremost THANK YOU! secondly, You are on to something, I have the 2014 Lexus ct200 F-Sport and have had to do the head gasket twice and i am only at 140k, Lexus and Toyota want over 2k to do this and Toyota is taking absolutely no responsibility for building or repairing this joke of a system.
So if anyone knows of any info regarding a CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT against TOYOTA PLEASE let me and others know.
Fact! I've since sold my CT so not sure how to start a class action but I know it must be done
For your situation .. the headgasket going might not be the heat cycle theory or unless your EGR getting clogged ..... but you need to understand for a regular engine a headgasket can go because of overheating.... Thermostats gets clogged is the number one reason for regular cars or coolant leak... or water pump breaking... Anyway here's a good video is understanding regular headgasket failures.... in a regular gas car... by Faye Hadley.. czcams.com/video/brLmBRYSb_E/video.htmlsi=DFIIB2a4jVZtY7BJ
This is the first generation cars, Lexus is a good car builder and Toyota Lexus have the no 1 knowledge with hybrids. It comes down to servicing regularly with health check at Lexus Toyota dealer.
Looking at getting a ct200h now as well. I just looked at a 2012 in South Gate so your videos are super helpful.
Yes the CT200H is an awesome choice! Oh hey you're local lol thanks for the encouragement!
@@gsgcarreviews of course. You deserve it! Glad I found your page
@@gsgcarreviewscould you share your mecanic contact information!
OBD set ups are super cheap now. You can get one that plugs in and the interface is an app on your phone .
Like 60 dollars
Which do you recommend?
My man!
Thank you kindly.
CT200 and cooling and head gasket replacement at Under 100k.
All I would ask is a link to parts and part #’s.
You do a great job explaining,!keep it coming Bruh.
I appreciate you brotha man!! No way what year is your CT? In looking forward to your response
I have a 2013 ct 200h replace head gasket at 115000 miles and after putting another 20000 miles I’ve been have rough starts I think it’s happening again. I agree there should be some type of class action lawsuit.
My CT 200H is over 500.000 km and no problems so far, runs like its new.
That's awesome! Please keep us in the loop
I have a Lexus ct200 fsport 2014 was going trough this for a while. Even when It was under warranty. I changed spark plugs was find for a while. Changed spark plugs and coils. Still going on. Its the head gasket. $4200 at Lexus Dealership in Connecticut. Its has 130000 miles. Also kept up with maintenance. This is my second Lexus . Had Toyota. Love the cars, but this breaks my heart and wallet. Please help!
I find it very strange that this happened to a 2014 model!! It may be because of a failed temperature sensor or coolant pump
Have they found the cause of the issue? That's very important to know
Lots of things can cause a blown head gasket. My 2003 honda civic blew a head gasket at 110K miles. My heater core was leaking and the car ran low on coolant and blew it. My CT200H currently has a slow oil leak on the back of the engine related to the head gasket. It is a slow leak so I just monitor. If it is not consuming much coolant or overheating a small head gasket leak is not the end of the world.
I’ve been looking at these for while my brother; 2015 96,000 for 15k ! Let me know what you think
Same here it took me awhile before I actually bought it 😅 I hope by now you've made the decision? If so how has it been??
So what’s up with the Class Action Lawsuit gang? Where do we start?
Gotta pick a lawyer and gather the folks
My 2012 ct200h has 140k in the shop now to get new hybrid battery, break booster and break pump. So expensive to fix.
I thought I had a bad hybrid battery, turns out my original 12v battery was the issue. Had the original battery for 9 years. 2012 Ct200h 135,000 miles.
@@danieltx1000 yeah I just got a new 12v months beforehand. Your hybrid battery will go next and then your break booster.
I've been reading that to be pretty common
That's a bummer man. By the way the brake boosters have a recall! You should look into getting reimbursed if you've already paid
There was a LEXUS campaign for the abs braking system issues on the CT200h. You should contact Lexus directly they might pay you back for any money spent on this repair since it is a safety related system. We had a noise coming from our abs system sounded like abs was coming on every time we stopped. Lexus dealer ended up covering a new abs pump and other abs related parts. It would have cost over $6000 if not covered by the campaign. Mine was a 2013 CT200h with approx 130K miles at the time.
I just purchased a 2013 CT200h in May 21 and love getting to know the car. Lexus dealer says there are not really any major mechanical issues to worry about.
I recommend talking to the service department. It's only a handful of things that could be solved with preventative maintenance
220,000 miles on my 2010 prius, I've replaced all wheel bearings, started having egr clothing issues, and then threw a rod!
Oooff this is far too common. I guess with the thrown rod you were forced to replace? How much was it
@@gsgcarreviews I did the work myself, engine was 1200
Theses have some problems 2012 2013 best getting 2016 upwards
I own a 2011 CT and guess what? Blown head gasket, I am having the engine swapped because the dealer wants a total long block rebuild done and are refusing to resurface the block and heads and just replace the gasket, I have replaced the water pump and thermostat after trying liquid sealer. The no thermostat on the dash is a huge problem, I should change the temperature sensor. My car is at 230 before the fan kicks on. I agree toyota should be sued. It is a great car but if you have to replace the engine or head gasket every 120k than yes it is going to be reliable until the battery breaks down.
Agreed brother. Hope the car has been problem free!
just bought one this and the EGR spund like hot topics.
Oh yeah, that's going to be my next video. It's the reason why most 2zr engines lose fuel economy, power and consumer oil
My 2011 ct200h is fine so far on 85k miles
Right on, love to hear that!
If we take it this way, we should stop using cars and get back to horses haha
Yeah once fracking becomes banned 😖
Buy 2017 onwards
I wonder why Californians in particular call them TEEyota's. Most Canadians and Americans pronounce it TOYota
Lol never thought about this
You are talking about a very old model ct200h, i think 2011. Its pointless to compare with the 2021 version
CT's have been discontinued for a long time, my friend. The UX took over!
In the US the 2011 - 2017 CT200H's are all the same. We no longer have new CT's however they are an awesome full efficient used car option. Picked ours up in 2016 with 50K miles for $16,000. It has been a wonderful car. Just watch out for the ABS issues and take to a dealer for Campaign repair.
I don’t know if the like this video or I hate this video? Some much miss information and the guy acting like a 🤡
😂😂😂
Sue me
This is alot of BS.
Okay buddy
Cut the comedy and just get to the information... FFS
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