2001 Lexus GS300 Engine problems

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lexus gs300. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would not immediately accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. In addition, the vsc and check engine sensor indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the emc was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Exhaust system leaking exhaust fume into interior of car. System is leaking from exhaust flanges from the front catalytic converter to rear catalytic converter and muffler.

My 2001 lexus gs300 experienced engine bucking and engine cut out due to defective parts--throttle adjuster and pedal sensor. These defective parts were replaced by the lexus co at 70k miles under the engine warranty. This engine cut out is a potentially dangerous situation to peoples lives. *Ak

The problem I have is not manufacturer per se. A rat or other rodent type animal entered the engine compartment and ate and/or chewed through hoses, harnesses, and plastic component covers causing fluids to leak out and the engine to overheat. My concern is that there may be many similar incidents due to something that is in the components. My bmw was parked in the same place for 2 years and did not have any troubles. I would appreciate any information you can share on this issue. Thanks, jim bouziane. *Ak