Suspension Related Problems of the 2007 Lexus RX350

Table 1 shows one common suspension related problems of the 2007 Lexus RX350.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Lexus RX350

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
3

Suspension problem #1

Lexus 2007 Rx350 can suddenly vibrate at a speed of 55 mph or higher. The vibration can unexpectedly start any time, first starting at brake pedal and then the whole vehicle body. The vibration cannot be stopped without pressing the brake pedal a few times. This will create a safety problem and can cause an accident in highway. I took the vehicle to a Lexus dealership four times and they failed to identify the cause and fix the problem. I also wrote to the Lexus company for help, and the company only suggested to get service at dealership.

Suspension problem #2

2007 RX 350. Consumer states problems with installation of running boards on vehicle the dealer was unable to produce the running boards after eight months of the consumer making calls to them. In July 2007, the consumer began experiencing problems with the hazard lights and sensors. On several instances, the tire light would illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they found a nail in one of the tires which caused the hazard sensor to activate. In October 2007, the rear passenger window would not roll up at times. Additionally, the tire hazard sensor also continued to exhibit problems. The dealer was unable to replicate the window malfunction and the tire sensor was reset. In late December 2007, the consumer began experiencing problems with the air bags and sensors. The dealer reset the air bag sensor. Shortly thereafter, the consumer continued to experience the same air bag malfunction. Upon inspection of the vehicle, it was determined that the entire air bag system had shut down and was inoperable. Over the course of the next seven months, she continued to experience issues with the tire hazard sensors and was frequently unable to use the automatic seat adjust feature on the driver's side. Passengers also complained that they could not adjust the seat and that the seat belt felt tight and would not extend outward. The dealer sated the seat belt was caught in the passenger seat track, which caused the malfunction of the passenger seat and seat belt. Several months later, the consumer complained of steering problems, but the dealer was unable to find a problem. The consumer stated she continued to have problems with air bag light. In July 2009, the consumer began experiencing problems with the remote lock and door locks. Currently, the passenger door only locks manually. The problems with the passenger seat and seat belt was never corrected. In addition, the rear of the truck was making a rattling noise.

Suspension problem #3

2007 Lexus Rx350. Ltr regarding a defect he has in his car that he believes came from the factory; he believes the car is not safe to drive. The consumer stated the vehicle pulled to the right while driving, there were large gaps at the right side body seams, front fender headlight and right side door area. The left hinge on the hood was off. The air bag light illuminated.


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