Visibility Related Problems of the 2003 Lexus RX300

Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 2003 Lexus RX300.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Lexus RX300

Problem Category Number of Problems
Defroster/defogger/hvac System problems
1
Windshield problems
1
Rearview Mirror problems
1

Defroster/defogger/hvac System problem #1

The contact owns a 2003 Lexus Rx300. The contact stated that the hvac system was inoperable. Additionally, the vsc and check engine warning lights were illuminated while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed at an autozone with a catalytic converter failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

Windshield problem #2

Consumer experienced a problem with the front windshield cracking for no known reason while parked in the garage overnight. Consumer replaced the front windshield, within one week. The front windshield developed another crack while parked in the garage overnight.

Rearview Mirror problem #3

Major blind area in the back of the Lexus Rx300. Mr. The consumer was unable to see small children when backing up the vehicle. A beeping device was installed to worn children/pedestrians when the vehicle was backing up, instead the loud noise attracts the children. (the consumer needed to be guided) the 2004 version came equipped with a camera. The consumer felt there must have been a similar problem when backing up. The dealer refused to install a camera on the consumers vehicle. * scc.


Visibility related problems in other Lexus RX300 model year vehicles:



RX300 Service Bulletins
RX300 Safety Recalls
RX300 Defect Investigations