Tire Problems of Lexus Rx400h

Lexus Rx400h owners have reported 11 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire sidewall (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Lexus Rx400h


Recently reported Tire problems of Lexus Rx400h

The Tire problem

Premature tire wear; my vehicle has 37,000 miles, but has worn through its 3rd set front tires. The first set I believe was goodyear (tires on car at purchase), second set kumho, and third michelin energies. Lexus claims it is bad luck and won't further investigate to date.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

I own a 2006 Lexus Rx400h. About a year ago, I was traveling on an interstate hwy at 60 mph when one of my tires "blew". I did notice that I had run over any road debris but the tire had a two inch slice in the sidewall.   Read details...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System problem

I have a 2007 Lexus 400h. I have owned the car since Nov. 2006. On two occasions the low tire pressure notification warning has activated. On the first occasion I just added air to all four tires and the warning light turned off.   Read details...

The Tire Blowout problem

I bought two brand new tires for my 2007 Lexus 400h, and both blew out within a month of eachnother, after driving less than 2000k on them. This has to be a defect with the tire. I have never had tires blow out like this. The top layer peels off from the under layers.   Read details...




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