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2008 Lexus RX repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
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%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 170 repairs.
2008 Lexus RX electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (4%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (58%)
Chart based on 45 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 shiftable automatic FWD
| 128000 mi US $248 |
Self leveling headlight sensor |
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9000 mi | Non-hybrid battery went dead twice. Lexus replaced battery. |
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 145000 mi US $500 |
replace alternator |
| 201000 mi US $60 |
AC broke down on my vacation. Took the car to Express Lube in Gadsden, AL and charge me 2 times the amount if I will do it my self just so they can give me 2 years warranty! AFS light came on after the headlight bulbs were replace. Change the AFS sensor in the rear right wheel. Lights work fine but light still flashes. Mechanics cannot figure it out. They said is a dealer issue. Replace TPMS sensor in the spare tire. Still the light is on. WE tested wit hthe computer of my mechanic and found that the central CPU for TPMS in the headliner is not working. |
| 202000 mi US $50 |
Rear hatch switch replace. Autobody mechanic burned it. |
| 210000 mi US $155 |
Had to replace the HID bulbs after a few months. they were defective and after you turn them on stay on for a minute and then both will go out. |
| 216000 mi US $120 |
Battery was not charging the system and failure was eminent. Replaced! |
| 227000 mi US $495 |
Car just die in the parking lot during lunch! Determine it was the alternator and tow the car to the mechanic. He replace the alternator and charge the battery. |
| 72000 mi | Passenger window motor not working Radio doesn't always play |
| 78500 mi US $150 |
Battery died prematurely |
| 90000 mi US $1000 |
Alternator died |
| 35000 mi US $60 |
Driver seat motor became very noisy; had to order new motor |
| 77600 mi | Battery failure; unable to start. AAA jump started vehicle and went to dealer for warranty replacement (23 months into 24 month ext. warranty for battery) |
| 86000 mi US $800 |
vehicle would not start and most elect systems inoperative. Vehicle towed; battery replaced. All good until 1 week later, when battery warning light came on while driving. Electrical test showed Alternator not charging; replaced alternator |
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 66000 mi US $240 |
acid spill from battery |
| 133000 mi | Changed headlight and the capacitor board. Headlight fixed on the second attempt. |
| 77 mi | Tire pressure light blinks then stays solid indicating the tire pressure sensor is bad. Sensor replaced, light still on. Turns out it is the computer system. |
| 45000 mi | noisy front window motors - both replaced |
| 83100 mi | The tire pressure sensor system seems to be malfunctioning after the most recent regular service. Dealer does not know what is wrong yet. |
| 89700 mi | Tire pressure sensor was bad after last service visit. Diagnosed and replaced at dealer cost. |
| 94800 mi | back seat window stopped working, dealer replaced the motor or wiring under warranty. |
| 110800 mi | window switch stopped working (not motor) |
| 116700 mi | tire pressure sensor bad |
| 163000 mi US $18 |
replacement key, both originals broke -- using original radio unit and metal key, into new plastic form from amazon. |
| 83700 mi C $150 |
alternator died, replaced with a new napa 130amp unit. Unit was 130$, labour was 100, with taxes,etc came to about $250. |
| 44000 mi | Xenon headlight started to leak and stopped working. If I didn't have warranty - $1500 repair Blower motor noise Windows switches are scratched and not working Electrical, other than above, repair |
| 45000 mi | Replaced fan blower motor after another mechanic heard it and ordered a part Air conditioning and ventilation, repair |
| 77500 mi US $100 |
Battery (2 years old OEM) totally failed. Car did not start |
| 68200 mi | Rear windows would not respond from Driver's side controls. The windows were up and would not go down. Played with the switch in the back arm rests and after a while was able to operate using switch at the driver's side. Later resolved itself. |
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD
| 70700 mi | Nav system and back up camera not functioning. Replaced a fuse. |
| 139000 mi | The Adaptive front lights no longer would move side to side around corners. Dealership replaced for free out of warranty! They wrote it us as an ongoing issue with condensation that shorted the motors. Advantage: Ongoing dealer relationship |
| 155000 mi US $1620 |
Evaporator coil had leak, remove, replace, recharge AC |
| 26500 mi | TPMS sensor |
| 27700 mi | Another TPMS sensor |
| 29000 mi | A third TPMS sensor |
2008 Lexus RX 4dr SUV
209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD
| 84000 mi £70 |
New starter battery |
| 150000 mi US $10 |
Automatic wipers were inop after windshield replacement. |
| 128000 mi £75 |
A/C service |
| 128900 mi | Battery replaced, it's related to problem with amplifier draining the battery |
| 142000 mi £75 |
Battery replaced, one cell gone. This is the 3rd battery in just over 4 years, Each time with a Bosch which I am assured are the best. |
| 169000 mi £450 |
new condenser fitted |
| 21300 mi | 12v Pb-acid battery failed, NOT the hybrid battery. the under-sized battery that Toyota puts in hybrid SUV's; only used to keep the electronics alive. When this battery gets low, car will not start. A common problem. Replaced under warranty |
| 69000 mi US $460 |
Road debris (likely a rock) punctured a hole in the condenser. Found out it's a failing common to the RX. Followed forums on installing mesh on front air dam. |
| 96000 mi US $150 |
Car would not start - dead battery |
| 132000 mi US $140 |
12V Battery died completely after 2 1/2 years |
| 20000 mi | Replaced dead 12V (not hybrid) battery under warranty. |
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