20 problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2008 Lexus RX350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Sudden unintended acceleration issue. I was pulling into a parking space at 8 mph when suddenly my vehicle revved up on its own, jumped the curb, and crashed into a building. Luckily, I was not hurt or hurt someone else. The edr download clearly showed my rpms jumped from 400 to 2,000 in nanoseconds and that the accelerator was "off. " Toyota's response to me was "we found no evidence that this incident was the result of any type of defect with the accelerator or brakes. " I agree it is not. It is not a brake pedal or accelerator issue. It is a software issue that controls the fuel to the vehicle. After Toyota was fined $1. 2 billion (largest ever fine to an auto maker), they updated the software so there is a brake override in case this happens. The local Lexus dealership never mentioned this to me nor have I ever received any type of recall notice. This could have been avoided if the software in my vehicle had been updated. Toyota is "very sorry about this unfortunate incident. " pretty sad words for all of the people that have been killed in accidents because of this issue.
The rubber cover of the liftgate sensor melted. I am concerned about it catching fire and the door does not open when this is touched as it is supposed to. I have read multiple complaints online from owners with the same issue. The black rubber melts and sticks to fingers and is hard to remove. I have grandchildren who try and open the door at times. It also causes the sensor to malfunction since the rubber piece interferes with the sensor. This very common defect should elicit a recall.
Melting dashboard recall notice last year ,from scanlon fort myers florida ,no action on replacement ,no date of replacement scanlon stated no invenrary for replacement we have glare and concerned about air bag and warning lights effected what do we do my e,mail is cafeulva@hotmail. Com tel nr 2396009988 my name is john shearer 2232 del Mar drive north fort myers 33903 help would be appreciated kind regards im retired aged 69.
The rear door hatchback rubber handle has melted & dripped on the bumper. If I try to open the door using the handle, black tarry goop gets on my hand & very difficult to get off. This vehicle is kept in my garage in arkansas.
Significant amount of white granules emitting from evaporator core through air vents when heat/ac is on. Concern about health hazards to family from breathing particles.
Vehicle was parked and being loaded thru rear door. I used car remote to open rear door and loaded items into trunk. Without warning rear door started closing. This problem is intermitten and has happened before. On this occasion door came slamming down on my head causing a bloody injury. I have photos of my injury. Lexus has been notified. This problem if not corrected can cause serious injury. The rear door comes down quickly and is very heavy.
Rubber on back latch handle has melted into a black tarry goo that dripped down onto the license plate. I have read online of many other people living in hot states having the same problem and some think it is caused by an electrical issue but I am unsure.
Melted rubber boot handle cover for the rear latch causing rear door automatic lift to stop functioning issue reported multiple times on. . Read more...
As I approach a red light, I noticed the car was smoking. I pulled into the nearest automotive facility and I notice a trail of oil was following me. I look under the my hood and I saw and oil leak. I looked under the car and there was a puddle of oil.
Today, as I was cleaning my SUV, a Lexus 2008 Rx350, I 1st noticed that the covering plastic booth, at the opening hatch/latch, was melting. Since that was not expected, I went online and searched for that same issue, to find out there has been other similar reports. I'm concern that an electric overheating may have caused that melting, which could cause a fire or something worse to the car and even dangerous to any human or living thing. Through the online research, I discovered that Lexus has refused to recall the affected vehicles to "freely" replace the problem, but will replace the item for over $100. By means of this complaint, I would like to request a detailed investigation of that problem and the proper fixing of such part without having the consumer to bear any costs.
The rubber on the back door opener has gotten more melted and sticky over the past year. It is now unusable due to the tar like substance that cannot be removed very easily. If this melt down is electrical, it could be a safety issue.
Trunk hatch handle has melted completely, leaving black rubbery goo. Unable to open the back trunk due this issue.
The trunk hatch handle has melted, leaving black rubbery goo on fingers if opening using the handle. Residue is hard to wash off. Concerned that it melted due to electrical problem. I've read all complaints and have found numerous other owners experienced the same problem.
Part# 84840g 8484021010 switch assembly, back door opener - rubber cover of switch housing deteriorates/depolymerizes leaving behind a hazardous goo and hindering operation of rear hatch release mechanism.
The rear rubber cover for the lift gate has melted.
Just wish to report melted rear door latch. . . Been getting gooey for months and finally came off - seems to be an ongoing problem with several Lexus and Toyota vehicles. Wasn't sure if this is heat related or electrical.
The trunk hatch handle has melted, leaving black rubbery goo on fingers if opening using the handle. Residue is hard to wash off. This does not seem safe as my children sometimes opens it and may accidentally ingest the residue if not washed off completely.
I was driving on the streets and the sunroof just shattered. No impact or anything. I do not know why it shattered but I believe that its a defect. Reported it Lexus and they refused to fix it under my extended warrently.
Possible fire hazard on many of these vehicles. The rear tailgate handle has melted on many of these and should not expire under warranty. A Lexus forum has numerous comments about this issue. Apparently some dealerships would charge upwards of $350+ to replace a defective and perhaps hazardous part. I understand the Toyota sienna has similar issues with liftgate. Do not not when melting of handle began.
My car has been making noise while driving . The power steering fluid is leaking and keeps dropping low. Complaints have been made to Lexus dealer at massepuqua, NY and lately farmingdale, NY now over past many years . On every visit.