Carrier/rack Problems of Lexus RX330 - part 1

The dashboard is cracking up bad and when I'm driving I be herring poping sound coming from the dashboard and when the heat is on it be making load sound.

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Sunroof shattered for no reason while driving on California hwy 580 near berkeley, I heard a loud noise, combination thud cracking sound, thinking that the car had been struck, except the car was not hit or under an overpass; the sunroof had spontaneously shattered and broke into pieces. Luckily the cover was closed and the glass did not fall on us. It was both scary and a shock that this happened. The glass is defective. I was driving on the hwy in clear conditions, near berkeley California on 580, no over pass above the car, no other cars passing or in front when the glass broke,no turning involved. I have taken the car to my local Lexus dealer, they said that they would get back to me in a day or two to let me know if they will take care of the defect or not.

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We lately have had dashboard cracks or melting although we have garage maintained our car very carefully with very low mileage of 70,000 only. This is not healthy and very harmful to our Lexus experience. By the way, we haven't had such cracks until now due to our well maintenance so that we missed dashboard recall which was expired on may 31 2017.

Lexus had a recall to repair cracks rapidly developing in the dashboard. When the recall came out I was in the hospital having cancer surgery. The date for the recall had just passed. I called Lexus and was told to bring the car to9 the dealer. The dealer found the problem and wrote of an estimate to summit from headquarters for coverage. Headquarters got back to me and said I was too late to have it fixed under the recall. This was after the dealer said they would. I wrote to the ceo of Lexus USA and never even got the courtesy of a reply. Now the dashboard is cracking worse.

Takata recall. My concern is my that my dashboard is steady cracking and beginning to melt from the heat. It's getting worse over a year now.

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"takata recall" dashnoard cover is cracking due to the florida heaat.

My 2004 Lexus RX 330 has cracked all over the dashboard.

The main dashboard is cracked all around the passenger airbag, ignition switch, from the driver side all the way to the passenger side. It is getting worse by the minute! it is part of the Lexus warranty enhancement program and I have been getting the run around for two years. Each time I call, its the same old story: 'not enough dashboards coming in and they are being replaced as they come in. " I am number 452 out of 1400 Lexus RX's that need replacement. Its ridiculous that in 2 years they haven't replaced a third of the dashboards??? its a scam, they are just waiting people out until they run out of time. Though they will tell you that the warranty passes to anyone you sell the car to but who is going to believe that?? they've wasted 2 years and aren't even close to replacing the dashboards.

I have been waiting for over 2 years now for the dashboard replacement recall and would like to sell the car but the dashboard is cracking and unsightly.

Dashboard is cracking and coming apart. It has become shiny to the point that it gives off a glare. I have a serious concern as to the safety of the vehicle in this condition. Since this could affect my safety, the safety of my family and other motorists, it should be corrected immediately. I contacted Lexus/Toyota and they are unwilling to fix the problem at this time.

The dashboard on my lexux Rx330 2006 began to crack and melt. Some pieces have fallen off and other areas have now begun to separate and split. A local news report here in birmingham alabama reported that this is very common with certain years and models by Toyota and Lexus. There are several class action lawsuits related to this issue. The news also reported that Lexus has issued a 10 year extended warranty on certain models and I believe mine is included. I have searched online for an official recall but none can be found. The company may differentiate between recalls and"extended warranties". I will research this further and keep you apprised if I am denied coverage under the so called extended warranty.

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In April 2014, my mom was contacted by Lexus about the melting dashboard issue that has plagued almost 5 million Lexus vehicles. She was told she would have to "wait in line" for her customer number to pop up in the system in order to fix the melting dashboard, which has affected her visibility when it is sunny outside as well as her steering mechanism. We do not know if there is damage to the airbags, but with a continuously melting dashboard we can only imagine the damage and danger that lurks underneath. The steering has gotten progressively more difficult as the dash cracks and melts more. There are multiple cracks throughout the the dash that have gotten progressively worse and interfere with the integrity of the inside of the car. Soon, the parts attached to the dash may disassemble while she is driving, which can potentially kill other passengers on the road and herself. We reached out to Lexus corporate and in March 2016, after multiple attempts to go through the local dealer both here and in north florida, Lexus refuses to fix her dashboard and continues to ignore our pleas and demands for attention to this matter. Please refer to attached photos.

The whole entire dashboard has cracks in it they started very small but keep growing.

Dashboard cracked.

2005 Rx330 dashboard started cracking over the passenger side air bag and air vent on passenger side. . . Called dealer and didn't get anywhere. Began looking up information on google on how to repair dashboards and found many complaints listed and that the dashboards were obviously defective, but Lexus not correcting the problems. Confronted dealer who sold the car and he then admitted that it is a known problem. . I could either replace the dash for around $2000 or try to patch/repair it. Called and some repair shops would not repair my dash because the damage was right where the airbag is on the passenger side and they wouldn't touch it. How can a luxury car manufacturer get away with defective dashboards? if the dashboard cracks more severely, will the airbag deploy? one repair company said that they have seen these dashboards crack so bad that they look like a spider web over the whole dash. Is this safe to continue driving like this?.

This very meticulously maintained garaged vehicle began to crack over the top of the airbag on the passengers side. It continues to grow. It is now vertically cracked about 4 inches. It is always garaged parked at work and at home. The sun has had zero effect on this over the last two years of ownership. Not sure prior to the 2 years. I see from the internet this seems to be a common issue with this car.

The dash of my car is cracking and chipping.

Approximately a year after purchasing my 2004 Lexus Rx330 from a dealership the dash board started to crack. Eventually, it traveled across the entire dash board. I contact Lexus corporate office to complain. After referring me to a local dealership to examine it and take photos and write up the damage, they later told me it was not covered under the warranty which I already knew. However, they admitted it was due to inferior and faulty material Lexus used in 2004 thru 2006 in their models and also Toyota dashboards. The cost to replace the dash is $2,500 this is my 3rd Lexus SUV but it will be my last! I feel Lexus should be responsible to replace the dash boards.

My 2004 Lexus Rx330's dashboard has been cracking since the day I purchased it. The vehicle originated in florida and now in south carolina. The heat and humidity have destroyed this car! when I purchased it used, the dashboard had a couple of cracks in it so I assiduously used a window shield every single time I get out of the vehicle. The task is such a habit that I even do this unnecessarily at night! the heat inside the car still completely melts the dash to no avail. Sometimes when I turn the key, my fingernail will accidentally touch the dash material (it wraps so it surrounds the ignition) and the material will come off under my fingernail. Cranking your vehicle is not a forceful endeavor either, it is gentle and I am very conscious not to touch the dashboard material because of this melting issue. One would think that a brand such as Lexus would be embarrassed to have these vehicles seen in public!.

The Lexus developed a series of cracks running throughout the plastic dashboard. The cracks worsened over time.

The dashboard of my vehicle has been melting away and cracking. The leather has completely come off in some areas and the entire dashboard has cracks. I contacted Lexus about this issue because it is obviously a manufactures defect. Lexus has been unresponsive in trying to repair my vehicle stating I am out of warranty. Please help!.

Parent CO, Toyota issued a voluntary replacement of dashboard due to cracked, sticky, shiny condition in what was an obvious attempt to stave off an official government recall and/or a class action. Parent CO, Toyota is now stalling by not supplying the dealers with said dashboards they promised to replace. I first brought this issue to the attention of my dealer in may of 2012. Even if the dealer was receiving the dashboards at the rate of 2 or 3 a week as originally promised, it would be another full year or more before they would replace mine. At this time, the dealers are receiving none and no dashboards are being replaced. This is not just a cosmetic issue, it's a severe safety hazard. In the case of my dash, which is completely covered with cracks, if the airbag is deployed at 200 mph those small little pieces of plastic will shred my face and the faces of anyone riding with me into hamburger. Considering the fact that the takata air bags can be deployed even when there isn't a accident, makes it even a bigger hazard. Enough is enough, the government needs to step in and issue an official recall and force Toyota to replace the dashboards immediately without any more legal stall tactics. The vehicle is essentially undriveable in it's present condition. I have health conditions that prevent me from working at this time and need the vehicle to get to my doctors. I couldn't afford to buy a new vehicle even if this one was in excellent trade-in value. It's been over 4 years for me, longer for others and will be multiple more years at this rate. I need a safe vehicle to drive, like the one I was promised when I purchased this one.

The dashboard leather material has cracked income apart on top of where the passenger airbag sits.

Dahsboard has been cracking to no fault of my own- I live in florida and it cracks due to heat and now the whole dashboard is cracking and pieces falling off.

Dashboard is cracking and falling off.

Besides melting/shining/sticky dashboard the whole board is cracked straight from the passenger door to the drivers door. In 2010 when I had it in for service to jm Lexus (margate) I asked about getting it fixed or replaced as I was worried it fall down from where the crack is. The gentlemen's answer was that the car is 6 years old. I explained I have another car that is older without the issues. The repair would be my expense. I now have a car that has reduced resale or trade in value that cost a lot of money.

I'm complaining about my dashboard. It's all cracked and I'm afraid the cracks are going to reach the airbag and it's going to pop out. I never seem so many cracks on such a luxury and expensive car. I used to have a Ford explorer for 11 yrs and this never happen to it. I know so many people with Lexus and toyotas the have this same problems. I think the company should fix it. Very frustrated or fix it for cheap. I would of thought these company would use better materials. Thank you concern driver.

1. I have always kept my car in a garage & only used products recommended & bought directly from Lexus. Upon entering my vehicle my daughter noticed a large crack in the dash running from bottom side of glove compartment to top of dash. Pieces that fall off crumble to dust the second they're touched. My local dealership told me they've had hundreds of cars coming in w the same issue and it would be $1500 for the replacement and that didn't include labor! 2. My moon(sun) roof stopped working literally just one day wouldn't close all the way. I had to have the dealership cut the cable so they could close it so rain etc didn't leak into my vehicle. Again there was no reason for this! I was told again the part wad at least $1500 not including labor. . . . . How coincidental it's the same price as replacing my dash. 3. When I purchased the vehicle from Lexus I was given a "paint pen" for some light scratches that were from the previous owner (I bought the car with a little over 3000 miles on it in 2007)and I asked them to use it so I wouldn't have to worry if I applied it wrong. After the repair gentleman did a few spots I stopped him because you could see exactly where he had applied it, it was raised and the color was off. They said there was nothing they could do to fix it. Now these issues were not due to any accident or improper driving or having some inexperienced mechanic doing work. I have Lexus taking care of my services etc and these problems are expensive and something I should not have had to deal with. I am flabbergasted that Lexus/Toyota will not stand behind their products and fix issues that hundreds of thousands of owners are having. I want Lexus to correct this for myself and the other owners that are voicing their concerns. As it stands many of us will never buy another Lexus again because of these issues.

A crack above the glove box started to appear. If the crack continues, it could cause problems to the electrical system and cause a wreck or life. I bought the Lexus new and paid around $38,000. I love the car, as it looks brand new, except for the dash board. The back seat has hardly been sat in.

My vehicle has always been parked in a garage, and I have always used a shield in the front window when it is parked outside regardless of weather. I am fanatical about cleaning and used only cleaners, conditioners, etc that Lexus had recommended (basically I only buy what Lexus sells to care for my SUV). In early 2011, my daughter noticed a very large crack in the dash right above the glove compartment. (we were getting into the vehicle not moving, etc). Later that afternoon we got back into the vehicle and not only were there more cracks, but huge chunks have fallen off and literally the pieces that fell off just disintegrated when picked up. This is unacceptable as Toyota has addressed this issue, albeit ona case by case basis, but I have seen thousands of forums & posts of others having the exact same issue no matter location, mileage or care or condition of vehicle. Lexus should stand by their previous reputation for being a luxury vehicle and not compromising on the integrity of their product and replace or fix or reimburse those that are affected! I am a single mom with three kids and I cannot afford to pay out over $3000 to repair something that is clearly a manufacturer defect nor should the thousands of others dealing with this preposterous situation we are faced with. Lexus needs to step up to the plate and take care of this!!.

Dashboard completely cracking all over. Front lights fogged over, cannot drive car at night time due to this due to safety hazard.

Dashboard started cracking about one year after warranty. It started as a small hairline crack. Its now everywhere. The air bags are in danger of popping out. Here is a forum that explains this and shows pictures. . Read more...

The vehicle dashboard has experienced abnormal cracking and decomposition throughout. It started with hairline cracks which spread all through the dash. Since the dash started to turn sticky/gummy, pieces of the dash started falling off near the ends (e. G. Where the dash meets the glove compartment). Of concern is airbag deployment in case of an accident. For example, since the dash has been compromised and has cracks, would the airbag deployment cause the dash to splinter and shoot pieces at the car's occupants? would the stickiness of the dash cause the airbag deployment to fail since it can stick to the dash due to it's newly acquired adhesive properties? visibility concerns arise due to the reflections of the dash on the windshield. Since the dash can no longer be kept clean because everything sticks to it, bothersome reflections are cast on the windshield during certain lighting conditions. The local Lexus dealership and Lexus corporate was notified and they inspected the vehicle. They said the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty and since my vehicle had not been serviced at the dealership, they would not pay to replace the dash; they did offer a 25% discount for the cost of the parts. From my research, it appears faulty materials may have been used by Toyota/Lexus for a period of some years as there are many reports of this same condition happening to other owners. Since there are safety concerns involved, I believe Lexus should be responsible and replace the faulty dashboards.

My 2004 Lexus RX 330 dashboard cover is all cracked up in all directions and is very sticky due to the hot and humid florida weather. The dealer is refusing to fix this issue.

Dashboard cracking and falling apart. For a $40,000 + car is is a disgrace and discourages me from ever buying a Toyota vehicle again. Lexus dealer said $2,500+ to replace. I should not have to pay for their incompetence and use of inferior materials. Especially for a luxury car. The problem would be worse if not for the fact that the car is garaged.