2008 Lexus RX Hybrid

Recalls

1 recall names the 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid. Newest first.

• Hybrid propulsion system › Inverter

  Sep 4, 2013NHTSA 13V396000133,081 vehicles

  Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008. The Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module may contain transistors that have higher operating…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  The vehicle may enter a fail-safe/limp-home mode that limits the drivability of the vehicle. It is possible that the hybrid system will shut down while the vehicle is being driven, causing the vehicle to stall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPM free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicles that had their IPM replaced under recall 11V-342 are not affected by this campaign.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Vehicle speed control19
2. Service brakes, hydraulic11
3. Service brakes8
4. Steering5
5. Electrical system5
6. Service brakes, electric3
7. Exterior lighting3
8. Air bags3
9. Structure3
10. Wheels2

Latest complaints

• Jun 13, 2022PA138,140 mi
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes, hydraulic
  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound with the VSC message displayed and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle made the same abnormal sound for 15 minutes…

  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound with the VSC message displayed and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle made the same abnormal sound for 15 minutes after the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ABS accumulator pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the extended warranty had expired. The failure mileage was approximately 138,140. Consumer stated extended warranty program for the defective part but that program expired in 2018. When the ABS actuator pump fails, it stops regulating and maintaining hydraulic pressure in the brake lines which can lead to brake failure. No recall was ever issued despite the fact that a failure of the braking system.

• Mar 9, 2022MA89,320 mi
  Engine · Hybrid propulsion system
  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the check engine and the Hybrid system maintenance warning…

  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the check engine and the Hybrid system maintenance warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and where the vehicle was being serviced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,320.

• Nov 2, 2021PA75,000 mi
  Service brakes, air › Antilock › Abs warning light
  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS warning light would illuminate, and a grinding noise was present while depressing the brake pedal. On multiple occasions while driving at very slow speeds the vehicle abruptly stopped. The vehicle was…

  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS warning light would illuminate, and a grinding noise was present while depressing the brake pedal. On multiple occasions while driving at very slow speeds the vehicle abruptly stopped. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the ABS actuator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000.

• Aug 23, 2021GA268,000 mi
  Hybrid propulsion system
  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while reversing out a parking space at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled as the hybrid system warning message illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to walk to an automotive parts store and purchased a new…

  The contact owns a 2008 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that while reversing out a parking space at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled as the hybrid system warning message illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to walk to an automotive parts store and purchased a new battery which he replaced in his vehicle. The contact was able to drive to a gas station and soon after leaving the gas station, the vehicle stalled again as the same warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after multiple attempts and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V396000 (Hybrid Propulsion System) and referred him to a local dealer. The contact called a dealer and was informed that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 268,000

• May 21, 2019CA
  Service brakes
  Started noticing "burping" noise when I pressed on brakes from engine bay, then later I noticed continuous clicking sound coming from front passenger engine bay after I would turn off engine completely. As later time went by the clicking sound would get longer and consistent. I also experienced…

  Started noticing "burping" noise when I pressed on brakes from engine bay, then later I noticed continuous clicking sound coming from front passenger engine bay after I would turn off engine completely. As later time went by the clicking sound would get longer and consistent. I also experienced that the vehicle would "lunge" forward when I would start the engine and initially shift the vehicle into drive position and have to pump the brake pedal to completely stop. Thats when upon further research online I found a "warranty enhancement" from toyota regarding brake actuator being replaced. But toyota put a 10-year expiration on the warranty so my vehicle didn't qualify by 6 months! Toyota never made aware or reached out to their registered clients of this dangerous recall that IS $3,000.00 to replace. I was informed that when the brake actuator completely goes bad that stopping the car will be almost impossible to stop for the average driver as the brake actuator applies needed brake fluid pressure to all four brake calipers to slow the vehicle down.

• Apr 18, 2019GA111,000 mi
  Service brakes
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the contact felt an abnormal vibration in the brake pedal. The contact stated that the ABS warning indicator illuminated and additional distance was needed to stop the vehicle. The…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the contact felt an abnormal vibration in the brake pedal. The contact stated that the ABS warning indicator illuminated and additional distance was needed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to rick hendrick toyota sandy springs (located at 6475 roswell rd, atlanta, ga 30328, (404) 476-3921) where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that there was a warranty extension for the ABS, but it expired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.

• Oct 3, 2018TX78,068 mi
  Power train · Service brakes
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and the ABS, brake system, and slip warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to carmax (3100 spur 482, irving, tx 75062, (972) 721-0500) where the contact was informed to ignore the failure and to bring…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and the ABS, brake system, and slip warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to carmax (3100 spur 482, irving, tx 75062, (972) 721-0500) where the contact was informed to ignore the failure and to bring the vehicle back in if the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,068.

• Mar 31, 2018CA87,000 miCrash1 injury
  Air bags · Service brakes · Unknown or other

  My vehicle was in motion and failed to properly break which therefore ended hitting an older model BMW at approx 45mph. The airbags inflated sending some type of metal shards to my right lower abdomen that resulted in massive bleeding. *Tt *js

• Feb 6, 2018CA239,995 mi
  Service brakes
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400 hybrid. While driving unknown speeds, the brake pedal was applied, but failed to fully depress. Additionally, there was an abnormal popping noise. All the warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400 hybrid. While driving unknown speeds, the brake pedal was applied, but failed to fully depress. Additionally, there was an abnormal popping noise. All the warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 239,995.

• May 30, 2017NY
  Electrical system · Unknown or other

  While driving I got a message to check hybrid system - then the car died

• May 1, 2017NC127,000 mi
  Exterior lighting

  Condensation buildup in headlight assembly constantly.

• Sep 30, 2016GA40,000 mi
  Structure › Body

  Rubber cover on rear door latch has disintegrated/melted.

• Mar 8, 2016CA99,000 miCrash3 injuries
  Vehicle speed control

  It was friday morning about 10AM. I had a pulled slowly into quest diagnostic laboratory parking space. I had my foot on the brake. I was stopped I was putting the car into the park position when the car suddenly accelerated forward at the high rate of speed. The car went over the cement block and pavement and thru the double doors and inside the building finally stopping when I hit the receptionist counter.

• Feb 9, 2016NV56,000 miCrash1 injury
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
  While attempting to back into a parking space, accelerator stuck in down position, brakes locked up, engine accelerated to very fast rate, steering would not respond resulting in my car slamming into front end of car parked behind me at a high rate of speed. my car then accelerated forward…

  While attempting to back into a parking space, accelerator stuck in down position, brakes locked up, engine accelerated to very fast rate, steering would not respond resulting in my car slamming into front end of car parked behind me at a high rate of speed. my car then accelerated forward continuing at a very high rate of speed across parking lot and hitting another car broadside which finally stopped my car. My car was a total loss as deemed by my insurance company.

• Dec 2, 2015TX90,650 mi
  Steering
  While driving on a city street, I lost power steering completely. p/s and brake dash lights came on along with "service hybrid system" and "service AWD system". after a few more miles the vehicle lost complete propulsion power and I was forced to pull out of traffic. I turned off the vehicle…

  While driving on a city street, I lost power steering completely. p/s and brake dash lights came on along with "service hybrid system" and "service AWD system". after a few more miles the vehicle lost complete propulsion power and I was forced to pull out of traffic. I turned off the vehicle and it started fine with no power steering. I made the next mile to the dealership. they replaced the ecu that had shorted out due to a bad steering rack. I am not sure why the electronic steering mechanism would cause complete loss of power from the engine/hybrid system?

• Nov 6, 2015CA100,000 mi
  Wheels

  The spare tire came loose, dragged and ultimately disengaged from the under carriage of my car while driving on a four-lane hwy. Thankfully, it did not kill anyone. Also, thank goodness it didn't get caught under my rear tire causing me to have an accident.

• Nov 3, 2015IL87,160 mi
  Vehicle speed control

  I have noticed this issue a couple of times over the 7 years I have had the car (since it was new), most recently yesterday: when I am traveling at medium speeds, say 30-45 mph, and I hit a bump it feels like I get a little "push in the butt". Sort of like a forward skid. So then I apply the brakes a bit. Don't know how else to describe this. My husband says that he can't feel it when he IS a passenger.

• Sep 22, 2015NJ221,400 mi
  Fuel/propulsion system
  One of the 2 hybrid modules failed. I believe this IS the same one recalled in 2013. the vehicle stopped and engine would not turn over. all dashboard warning lights came on along with check hybrid engine and check vcs ( I think were the initials, for vehicle control system). had the car been…

  One of the 2 hybrid modules failed. I believe this IS the same one recalled in 2013. the vehicle stopped and engine would not turn over. all dashboard warning lights came on along with check hybrid engine and check vcs ( I think were the initials, for vehicle control system). had the car been travelling at highway speeds I believe a fatal crash would have occurred. as it was, luckily, we were in stop and go traffic. had car towed off highway but tow truck driver told me he drove it up on the flatbed. I had tried starting it several times without any success. once off road, I called the dealership, who IS open saturdays until 3 pm and it was approximately 2:30 pm. I was told that if all the lights went off and the car started that I could drive it home. that IS what happened. I made an appointment for that monday while on the phone with the dealer so that the problem could be checked out. it turns out that this module, when heated up to high temperature, can fail by the soldering contacts opening and the power thereby failing. this IS the problem that the 2013 recall was supposed to correct. how do I know that this new module will not fail again without warning? lexus absorbed the labor on the module replacement but claimed the part (which was the recall part installed to cure the recall problem in 2013) was no longer under warranty and would not absorb the entire repair cost. I would like to know if this IS the first time this has occurred with this module since the 2013 recall or if others have experienced this and maybe there should be another recall. I would also like the full cost reimbursed and to have some solid reassurance this will not happen again.

• Aug 25, 2015GACrash
  Steering

  Power steering can hardly move

• Aug 19, 2015OR80,000 miCrash
  Air bags · Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving at approximately 5 mph and attempting to park, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to respond. As a result, the vehicle drove over a curb and crashed into trees and bushes. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. While driving at approximately 5 mph and attempting to park, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to respond. As a result, the vehicle drove over a curb and crashed into trees and bushes. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

• Dec 29, 2014VA60,000 miCrash1 injury
  Vehicle speed control
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle suddenly experienced an unintended acceleration and crashed into a tree. The contact mentioned that the driver was depressing the brake pedal when the vehicle suddenly accelerated up to 16 mph. A…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle suddenly experienced an unintended acceleration and crashed into a tree. The contact mentioned that the driver was depressing the brake pedal when the vehicle suddenly accelerated up to 16 mph. A police report was not filed. The driver sustained a back injury that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. updated 04/14/15*lj updated 6/29/2015 *js

• Dec 18, 2014NY70,000 mi
  Steering · Wheels
  While driving back home from a road trip I noticed that the steering wheel started to shake and I heard a knocking noise. I was driving approximately 50-60mph. I slowed down and tried to pull over but before I could do so, my front passenger wheel (the entire rim and tire) broke off of the car.…

  While driving back home from a road trip I noticed that the steering wheel started to shake and I heard a knocking noise. I was driving approximately 50-60mph. I slowed down and tried to pull over but before I could do so, my front passenger wheel (the entire rim and tire) broke off of the car. luckily I had enough momentum and was able to pull the car over safely to the grassy shoulder. I purchased my car used back in 2012 and it only had 28,000 miles on it. this vehicle has always been serviced at a lexus dealership (by the previous owners and by myself since I purchased the vehicle). I do not understand how anything like this could have happened. luckily no one in my vehicle was injured and that the other drivers on the road were able to maneuver around my car and the tire that flew across three lanes of traffic on the highway I was driving on. The repairs to the vehicle was approximately $4,000. *tr

• Nov 26, 2014OR65,000 miCrash
  Air bags · Vehicle speed control
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle accelerated independently causing the vehicle to crash into a rock wall. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle accelerated independently causing the vehicle to crash into a rock wall. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was repaired but the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

• Nov 24, 2014MA79,000 miCrash
  Vehicle speed control
  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 20 mph attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle jerked forward and accelerated without any warning. The contact had to engage the brakes in order to slow the vehicle down. The vehicle was not…

  TL* the contact owns a 2008 lexus rx400h. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 20 mph attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle jerked forward and accelerated without any warning. The contact had to engage the brakes in order to slow the vehicle down. The vehicle was not inspected or diagnosed. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the intermittent failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000. updated 01/20/15*lj the vehicle crashed into a fence. Damaging the fence and the front driver's side of the vehicle. Updated 06/9/2015 *js

• Oct 3, 2014VA65,000 miCrash
  Structure › Body · Vehicle speed control
  Car was being pulled into space in restaurant parking lot -- space was on grass up a slight incline (approximately 12 inches) -- as car was moving up the incline a small bump was felt under the car and the car suddenly accelerated and continued to accelerate -- brakes were applied immediately but…

  Car was being pulled into space in restaurant parking lot -- space was on grass up a slight incline (approximately 12 inches) -- as car was moving up the incline a small bump was felt under the car and the car suddenly accelerated and continued to accelerate -- brakes were applied immediately but were unable to stop the car -- the car swerved and hit a tree approximately 20 feet from the parking spot -- believe the "bump" felt under the car caused the sudden acceleration -- above account can be verified by the other person in the car who had the same description of events. *tr

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Pedestrian alert sounds

  DP22005Opened Jan 27, 2023Closed Aug 7, 2023Recall 22V063000
  NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for…

  NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11007456Some 2005 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 11006162Some 2005 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 11005121Some 2005 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 11005063Some 2005 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 11003650To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible.
• 11003648The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation and corrosive action also occur more rapidly on dark colored cars as direct sun heat increases. While Lexus paint quality, durability, and resistance to environmental factors is continuously being improved, it remains the responsibility of the dealer to protect and maintain the vehicles paint finish from the time of arrival at the dealership until retail delivery to the customer. In areas known for high frequency and/or concentration of acid rain, frequent vehicle washing during high heat or humidity periods will minimize the potential for paint damage caused by acid rain. It is further recommended that either reverse osmosis or deionized water be used to prevent water spotting. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. BO029-91. The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. BO029-91 is obsolete
• 11003643Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, normal buffing or polishing repair procedures should not be attempted. This can cause further damage and result in visible depressions in the paint surface. The following are the three major categories of acid rain damage: Minor damage: requires only buffing to repair. Moderate damage: usually requires neutralizing, color sanding, and buffing. Severe damage: extending beyond 1/2 mil of clearcoat on a pearl, metallic, or solid color, requires neutralization, sanding, and repainting. In cases where acid rain damage is minor, neutralization and buffing with a liquid-type paint finessing product may provide an adequate repair. Only specially formulated products outlined in this bulletin should be used for that purpose. Unfortunately, other than minor damage, there is no simple method of determining the actual extent (depth) of acid penetration other than color sanding a representative affected area until there is no visible etching or depressions, followed by measuring the amount of paint removed with either a magnetic or digital-type film thickness gauge. The procedures in this bulletin are intended for use by qualified body/paint technicians and should not be attempted by inexperienced personnel. While the quality and durability of paint on Lexus vehicles is continuously being improved, it remains the dealers responsibility to protect and maintain the quality of the vehicles paint finish after receipt at the dealership prior to the first sale. Perform frequent vehicle washing, as often as daily, during high heat and humidity periods to minimize the potential for paint damage due to acid rain exposure. This is especially important in geographical areas known for high frequency and concentration of acid rain and industrial fallout.
• 11003642Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin to remove the RapgardTM protective film within 90 days from initial application. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-PG004-94. The entire bulletin has been updated.
• 11003641Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across horizontal body surfaces such as the hood, roof, or deck lid. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to clean vehicles that may have been subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles such as rail dust during rail transportation or extended storage near industrial areas.
• 11003595To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible.
• 11003593The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation and corrosive action also occur more rapidly on dark colored cars as direct sun heat increases. While Lexus paint quality, durability, and resistance to environmental factors is continuously being improved, it remains the responsibility of the dealer to protect and maintain the vehicles paint finish from the time of arrival at the dealership until retail delivery to the customer. In areas known for high frequency and/or concentration of acid rain, frequent vehicle washing during high heat or humidity periods will minimize the potential for paint damage caused by acid rain. It is further recommended that either reverse osmosis or deionized water be used to prevent water spotting. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. BO029-91. The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. BO029-91 is obsolete
• 11003588Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, normal buffing or polishing repair procedures should not be attempted. This can cause further damage and result in visible depressions in the paint surface. The following are the three major categories of acid rain damage: Minor damage: requires only buffing to repair. Moderate damage: usually requires neutralizing, color sanding, and buffing. Severe damage: extending beyond 1/2 mil of clearcoat on a pearl, metallic, or solid color, requires neutralization, sanding, and repainting. In cases where acid rain damage is minor, neutralization and buffing with a liquid-type paint finessing product may provide an adequate repair. Only specially formulated products outlined in this bulletin should be used for that purpose. Unfortunately, other than minor damage, there is no simple method of determining the actual extent (depth) of acid penetration other than color sanding a representative affected area until there is no visible etching or depressions, followed by measuring the amount of paint removed with either a magnetic or digital-type film thickness gauge. The procedures in this bulletin are intended for use by qualified body/paint technicians and should not be attempted by inexperienced personnel. While the quality and durability of paint on Lexus vehicles is continuously being improved, it remains the dealers responsibility to protect and maintain the quality of the vehicles paint finish after receipt at the dealership prior to the first sale. Perform frequent vehicle washing, as often as daily, during high heat and humidity periods to minimize the potential for paint damage due to acid rain exposure. This is especially important in geographical areas known for high frequency and concentration of acid rain and industrial fallout.
• 11003587Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin to remove the RapgardTM protective film within 90 days from initial application. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-PG004-94. The entire bulletin has been updated.
• 11003586Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across horizontal body surfaces such as the hood, roof, or deck lid. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to clean vehicles that may have been subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles such as rail dust during rail transportation or extended storage near industrial areas.
• 10214355Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
• 10213903TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing the rescue charge. The GRX-5100 should be used wherever the Repair Manual references the Toyota Hybrid System (THS) charger
• 10210374TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retainer(s).
• 10209023TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle for reassembly once the remediation has been completed. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This service bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
• 10207945POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
• 10205389RX 400H Hybrid Emergency response Guide (ERG) Location
• 10205383Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
• 10205362Rear Seat Entertainment Parental Control Password Reset/Initialization
• 10205355HV Transaxle Repair Components Available
• 10205352Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
• 10205349High Voltage (HV) Battery Rescue Charge (HEV Workstation/GRX-5100
• 10205340HVAC Odor Maintenance
• 10205339Wiper Blade Maintenance and Cleaning
• 10205331Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
• 10205330Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
• 10205329Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
• 10205327Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
• 10205319Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
• 10205297World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid
• 10205136Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models - Extention of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards ( Inst krukment Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.
• 10205134Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models.
• 10190468Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10183184TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing the rescue charge. The GRX-5100 should be used wherever the Repair Manual references the Toyota Hybrid System (THS) charger.
• 10182961TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
• 10179697TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
• 10179694TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.

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