The dash of the 2006 lexus is 250 dash board and door handles are melting. It's a glow that sticks on its a factor problem.
2006 Lexus IS 250 body complaints
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The dashboard material has begun to melt creating a shiny spot in front the drivers side and creates a glare in the windhsield reducing visibility at times.
Dashboard and door panels are beginning to melt and become sticky. Manufacturing defect in soft dash material is suspected. May cause injury to driver if air bags were deployed in an accident and the failing dash material were to become shrapnel as the bags deploy at high pressure.
The dashboard on the lexus is 250 is melting and disintegrating leaving a shiny residue that reflects on the windshield while driving in the sun. This shiny residue caused by the melting of the dashboard impairs visibility through the windshield making it dangerous while driving in sunlight. I couldn't see debris that was on the road while driving and hit the debris on the road, this caused me to swerve around and almost hit another vehicle. I'm concerned about this because this shouldn't be happening on a vehicle that is only a few years old. This shine reflection on the windshield is unpredictable as the low visibility only occurs when the sun reflects on the dashboard. I can't predict which direction I will be driving, facing the sun or not, making it dangerous to drive at all times.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus is 250. The contact stated that the entire dashboard and four door panels had melted in some areas and exhibited several cracks. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician informed the contact that the excessive hot weather caused the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Over the course of the vehicles life, the interior dash and door panels have become sticky and have began deteriorating. In some cases, parts of the dash have become brittle and broken off. Concern for safety in the event of a crash from flying dash particles.
For 3-years we have complained to the dealership regarding the musty smell coming from the A/C vents. We were advised by the dealership to cut off the A/C before arriving home to allow the unit to drain. We also were advised to spray lysol into the outside cowl vents which did improve the odor but this A/C musty smell has always been an issue and is all over the internet. On 12/20/2011, we noticed water was apparently entering the passenger compartment. The carpet was wet and there was excessive moisture and water under carpet. Upon noticing this problem we scheduled an appointment with the dealership. I was advised that most likely, the A/C drain flap was stuck and correction for this defect required removal of the drain flap to allow the drain to flow and not back up and enter the passenger compartment. The dealer stated this defect has occurred before involving the is250. Cost to correct this defect was $240 because the transmission had to be dropped to access the drain line. Removing the water/moisture and drying the carpet was estimated at $2k. Again, this obvious defect is all over the net and apparently well known by the dealership. All lexus owners should be notified by lexus so all can avoid this potential health issue involving mold and the high cost of repair. If the water is not noticed and water continues to build up in the A/C and under the carpets serious mold related health issues could occur. I don't know how long our car leaked or backed up water but a musty smell for the past 3-years has been not only offensive but dangerous considering the health hazards associated with mold here in florida.I respectfully submit that this defect should be addressed immediately.
Hvac evaporator drain blockage resulting in repeated flooded interior and carpet mold.
Lexus is250. Drive shaft came off. I had an accident on inter-state 75/85 north bound in downtown atlanta around exit 248b. The front driver side wheel came off in the middle of highway. I did not hit any car except the broken tire hit concrete wall and stopped against concrete wall. I reported this issue to toyota immediately but it took them 3 months to inspect the car. Since I can not afford to let it sat in collision center for a while, I had to repaired. By the time, they inspected on nov. 25, 2009. It got all repaired. I did show picture to them. However, lexus refuse to offer any assistance after inspection. Lexus said that I could hit something that it's why my rim was damaged. Of course, my rim was damaged because it hit concrete wall after it came off. Those pictures showed that I did not hit any where (including front bumper). Atlanta police came immediately since this accidents was on interstate. However, according to him that I don;t need to file report because there is no other party or property damage. It was only my car. I went to hospital for neck check out. X ray did show something unusual but my own insurance covered the charge. Please review and see if any related incident to prevent future issue.
I had a car accident last friday on highway 75, at approximately the 248.7 mark. I was going at the speed limit, and all of a sudden the front wheel came off from axle end and hit divider wall on the interstate. I lost control of the car and bumped my head on the glass. My insurance company and the police told me that I don't need to file report since no other party was involved. I would to attached some pictures of the vehicle taken after the accident if possible. You can clearly see all of 5 bolts are still attached on the tires . It is very frustrating and astonishing that a highly reputable car maker would have allowed such poor quality on the body structure. There was no side collision at that time, and I when the tire came off loose it scratched and made damages to the car. Currently my car is at dealer shop, waiting for inspection. I sincerely hope lexus or the federal safety agency can start investigating on this matter and provide me an explanation. Needless to say, this is a very serious safety issue. No car owner would have expected any part of their car to be detached while on the road with no reason. If you need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
2006 lexus is 250 awd with just under 70k miles- noticed that carpeting was soaking wet, with significant water in rear passenger area. Took car to dealership who said that the A/C drain hose was blocked. Lexus has a tsb with a new and improved drain hose, but they did not cover as car was no longer under warranty and they refused to admit that the part was defective. Cost to replace drain hose (1700) and replace carpet (2200) for a total of 3900. Lexus agreed to pay 50% as a goodwill gesture, but refused to admit design defect. I disagree with their assertion.
My car was damaged by shipping company (momentum transport) during shipment from tx to va. Damage was done to the front bumper and rear bumper. I contacted the company after receiving the car and was asked to send pics of the damage. I emailed pics of the car before shipping and pics of damage after shipping and have not heard from momentum transport since. I have called and left several messages and sent email and the company continues to ignore me.
Dt*: the contact discovered on a sunny day in march, while washing the vehicle, there were white spots covering the entire vehicle including the headlight covers and windshield. Upon inspection, by the dealer, it was determined the windshield, head light covers and all exterior windows needed to be replaced. All exterior panels need to be ground down to the metal and a corrosive protector has to be applied before the vehicle is repainted. The dealer felt a corrosive road material may have caused the problem, although the vehicle has never been driven in such conditions.
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