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2008 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (7%)

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2008 Lexus RX body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (78%)

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Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

200300 mi The dashboard is cracked in various locations. This is identify as a recall on 2008 RX350s by Lexus. They will replace the dashboard for for free. So they order the parts necessary. The only thing I have to wait for 10-12 Months for Parts!!! 
141000 mi Replaced both headlamp assemblies. No charge. Known issue. 
154000 mi Dashboard vibration. Intermittent. Frustrating to locate. 2 stops at dealer; car goes silent as soon as technician sits down. No charge so far. 
175000 mi

US $180
Clunk in drivers window (in door). Replaced window motor. No longer clunks, now it squeaks at top of closing run. Better, but not quite right. Still living with dashboard rattle. It seems this is fairly common. Only over rough surfaces 
66600 mi

US $600
Driver side exterior mirror housing paint clear-coat pealed off. 

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2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

80000 mi Headlights had significant yellowing and surface haze, intefering with headlight brightness. (car is not garaged) Dealer was willing to handle cleaning for free as part of regular service, using some unspecified cleaning kit. 
80000 mi

US $155
peeling paint on underside of roofrack also not covered. 
131300 mi Dashboard was replaced under recall for cracked dashboards 
95800 mi Passenger side front seat arm loose requiring repair. Third time in for same problem. Found extra washer on seat side of arm rest. Removed washer and applied lock tite. 
50300 mi Persistent rattling noise when driving at highway speed. Found to be a loose shroud cover over fuel tank (and a known problem) for which an updated replacement part was available. Problem was solved successfully. 
45000 mi Headlight replacement, foggy and water inside wind noise driver side window - window/door door trim and seal replaced 

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2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD

29800 mi Fogged headlamps from condensation 
32000 mi Condensation in passenger side HID headlight assembly. Part was ordered at last routine maintenance trip and recently installed when it was received 
36000 mi Condensation in passenger headlight. Required replacement of headlight assembly 
107000 mi Condensation on passenger side headlight caused low beam to fail 
35500 mi Headlights replaced due to accumulated moisture. Covered by warranty enhancement program. 

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2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD

102000 mi

US $525
Strange smell so took it in. Apparently this is a known issue?! Reseal Hatch Seams. 
21865 mi Replaced front headlight assembly and gasket due to condensation in headlight. 
96000 mi HID Condensation on Driver's side - under warranty 

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2008 Lexus RX Body Problems

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