Structure Problems of Lexus Rx400h

Lexus Rx400h owners have reported 21 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Lexus Rx400h


Recently reported Structure problems of Lexus Rx400h

The Body problem

Rubber cover on rear door latch has disintegrated/melted.   Read details...

The Structure problem

For no known reason, front windshield cracked. No visible marks that glass could have been hit by rock or any hard particle. Crack starts 8 inches from top passenger side and propagates across center of windshield toward drivers side.   Read details...

The Dashboard Crack problem

The vehicle dash has developed premature cracks, and is shining and sticky. Lexus claims this is only a cosmetic issue however the dash is an integral part of the vehicle and with the dash deteriorating the foam padding is harding creating a safety issue in event of crash.   Read details...

The Paint problem

The rear bumper has a plastic cover and the paint bubbled and began to peel from under this plastic molding as if water was behind it. The rear bumper now has peeling paint.   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

While driving my 2006 Rx400h, I slammed on the brakes and my heel went through two carpets and the floor board. My heel was stuck in a hole in the floor board. I can now place my finger into a hole and feel wires and empty space under the gas and break path.   Read details...




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