2025 Lexus TX other reported problems

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The electronic throttle control, vehicle speed control, and powertrain/transmission control system failed. When I press the pedal to accelerate there was no power. However I did not lose power to the vehicle as I can see the vehicle was in Drive mode but was not moving forward. I was on a decline hill and the decline helped me go downwards before a truck could hit me. This total loss of acceleration has occurred exactly 2 times within a 4-week period. The vehicle is currently located at the Lexus dealership service center and is available for immediate inspection upon request. My wife and small children were in the vehicle when the accelerator pedal went completely dead while driving. The sudden drop in speed in active traffic almost caused us to be catastrophically rear-ended by an 18-wheeler semi-truck. After one minute of zero throttle, the vehicle violently jerked, locked us into a highly dangerous 5 MPH limp mode on the road, jerked a second time, and then suddenly resumed normal speed. My family's lives were put at extreme risk. No. The vehicle is currently at the authorized Lexus dealership for inspection, but the service department states they cannot find any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and have not yet reproduced the intermittent failure on a test drive. The vehicle is currently under inspection by the authorized Lexus dealership service department. It has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer's regional corporate specialists, police, or insurance. No. There were absolutely no warning lamps, check engine lights, dashboard messages, or symptoms prior to either of the two failures. The loss of acceleration happened instantly without warning. The vehicle's computer system failed to store any error codes despite the severe mechanical jerking and the sudden 5 MPH speed restriction.

NHTSA complaint #11752837 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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y 2025 Lexus TX500h experienced sudden and complete AC failure at fewer than 25,000 miles, 18 months after purchase. The selling dealer diagnosed a refrigerant leak from the AC condenser and denied warranty coverage citing road debris impact damage. No photographic documentation of a discrete impact event or specific leak point was provided to support the denial. This failure is consistent with a documented, systemic design vulnerability in the Lexus TX platform. The vehicle's wide-open front grille design allows road debris direct access to the AC condenser, which sits as the frontmost component in the cooling stack with no protective barrier. Multiple NHTSA complaints document identical failures on TX platform vehicles at extremely low mileages including 580 miles and 900 miles, with dealers uniformly denying warranty coverage. Operating without AC in Texas summer heat constitutes a safety hazard, particularly for child passengers. I am requesting NHTSA investigate this as a systemic design defect pattern across the TX platform. Attached photos include: (1) photos provided by the dealer as their evidence of "impact damage" — none of which document a specific leak point or impact deformation zone; and (2) photos taken by the owner of the condenser on the Westside Lexus loaner vehicle provided during this service visit, which show comparable fin condition and debris accumulation to the denied vehicle. The loaner vehicle photos demonstrate that this condenser condition is consistent with normal operation in this environment, not discrete impact damage.

NHTSA complaint #11745828 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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On our 2025 Lexus TX350, less than 1 year old, and under normal driving conditions, our AC stopped working suddenly. Upon inspection at the dealership, they determined a rock or road debris came through the front grill and impacted the condenser, which caused a major refrigerant leak and ac to stop working. I believe this was due to a poor design of the lower half of the front grill, it’s wide open and offers little to no protection to ac and engine components. They should have a better honeycomb or similar grill to protect components. The refrigerant leak is an environmental and road safety issue, and living in hot climates like southern Nevada, when it’s 110 degrees outside, the heat inside the vehicle with no AC is a safety issue for children, adults, etc. The dealership did not cover repairs under warranty, and quoted $3,500 to repair either with cash or submit insurance claim.

NHTSA complaint #11745699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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Exploding Sunroof...sunroof exploded randomly.

NHTSA complaint #11732937 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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I would just like to say that the info instrument panel in my Lexus does not light up satisfactory to see when there’s daybreak. I think this is a safety hazard when you can’t see the numbers because of the sunshine. I think this is a safety issue that should be addressed by Lexus anytime you can move the instrument cluster info and you cannot read the numbers then there is a problem. I haven’t seen where many people have complained about it, but I do know that mine is not the only one that has this problem. Thank you.

NHTSA complaint #11726087 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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Sunroof shattered with huge noise without notice any object hitting it.

NHTSA complaint #11684095 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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Air Conditioner Condenser failed after only 12,000 miles on a brand new 2025 Lexus TX 350 Vehicle. Leak caused AC to only blow hot air. After having the vehicle serviced, the Service Advisor indicated that the condenser had a leak which was cause by road debris and would not be covered under the warranty or purchased additional extended warranty. The vehicle is exclusively driven on highway and paved roads. Researching the symptoms, many other now frustrated Lexus Owners are complaining about the same issues and lack of Lexus Support. The placement of the condenser behind the wide- open grill, make the condenser prone to failure. Repair cost estimated at over $2,000 for a $70,000 car, less than 6 months old.

NHTSA complaint #11680693 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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more than 3 documented occurrences of the vehicle sound system go out and does not play music on radio. satellite radio and Bluetooth until the car is shut off at the ignition and restarted.

NHTSA complaint #11678390 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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Vehicle Information Make: Lexus Model: TX350 Luxury Year: 2025 Mileage: 580 miles VIN: [XXX] Summary of Complaint At just 580 miles, my brand-new Lexus TX350 Luxury's AC failed on first use. I heard hissing and saw oil residue under the hood. The Clearwater, FL dealership diagnosed it as a punctured AC condenser due to “road debris” and quoted $2,000 to repair. The car had no visible damage, and I asked to keep the part for independent analysis but was denied—despite offering to pay in full. Photos show the vehicle in flawless condition. Lexus initially refused warranty coverage and claimed a front tire may have kicked up a rock, despite all tires being behind the grille. Eventually, after repeated contact with Lexus corporate and both dealerships (in Jacksonville and Clearwater), they agreed to cover the repair—but still refused to return the damaged part. Several service advisors admitted this issue is common. The condenser appears unprotected behind the grille, making it vulnerable to debris. Given the low mileage and lack of damage, this points to a design flaw. Lexus’s inconsistent handling and denial of access to the part raise concerns. Request for Investigation Please investigate this as a potential systemic design defect. The vulnerability of the AC condenser can lead to repeat failures and high repair costs, especially in hot climates where AC is essential. Lexus has asked one owner if he would agree to being a guinea pig and allow them to add a screen behind the grill. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA complaint #11669467 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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Fuel door does not open when using release button. Must push button multiple times before fuel door opens. Vehicle has less than 1400 miles.

NHTSA complaint #11644340 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.