Exterior Lighting Problems of Lexus ES300

Lexus ES300 owners have reported 11 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's turn signal (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Lexus ES300

Problem Category Number of Problems
Headlights problems
7
Turn Signal problems
3
Headlight Switch problems
1

Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Lexus ES300

The Headlights problem

The contact owns a 2013 Lexus ES 300h. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the headlights appeared dim and made driving at night difficult for the contact. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it was advised that the windshield needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

The contact owns a 2002 Lexus Es300. While driving various speeds the contact noticed that the turn signal volume was very low and could not be heard when it was activated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the vehicle could not be serviced for the failure.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

Headlights turn off by themselves intermittently while driving. This also occurs intermittently when you use the directional signals to signal for a right or left turn. This electrical failure makes this car unsafe to drive at night at any speed.   Read details...




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