Visibility Problems of Lexus GS

Lexus GS owners have reported 17 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Lexus GS

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wiper problems
15
Windshield problems
1
Visibility problems
1

Recently reported Visibility problems of Lexus GS

The Wiper problem

The anti-reflective coating on the rear view mirror on the inside of the car is coming through the mirror causing black spots that obscure vision out the back of the car. This issue affects all 2006-2011 Lexus Gs models. All oem replacements online have this happen to some degree.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

The contact owns a 2018 Lexus Gs 350. The contact stated that while parked, the windshield cracked independently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a manufacture defect in the windshield being glued on one side.   Read details...

The Visibility problem

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus Gs 350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the rearview mirror's reflective surface was fading, reducing rear-view visibility. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic.   Read details...




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