I brought my car to Kendall Lexus for repairs as well as a recall on the starter solenoid. They charged me about $1,200 for these repairs, including the installation of a new starter. Unfortunately, the newly installed starter failed within a month of its replacement, causing significant inconvenience and safety concerns. Upon discovering the issue, I immediately contacted Kendall Lexus to report the problem. They agreed to have the car towed back to their dealership for further inspection and resolution. However, instead of taking responsibility for the faulty part they had installed, they had someone from Toyota contact me, stating that they wouldn’t address the problem due to my car’s age and referencing “loose wires” as the potential cause despite the fact that they were the last ones under the hood and had no problem with wiring or the age of the vehicle until they were asked to repair a faulty part they installed. I was shocked by this response, as my vehicle was in good running condition when I initially brought it to Kendall Lexus. It is evident that the dealership is unwilling to rectify their mistake and provide the necessary repairs. Furthermore, their customer service has severely deteriorated since I made the initial payment. Despite numerous attempts to contact Kendall Lexus and seek clarification on their refusal to honor their warranty on the faulty part, I have received no response. This lack of communication is not only frustrating but raises doubts about their commitment to customer satisfaction and fair business practices. I believe that I deserve a fair resolution to this matter, which includes rectifying the defective starter and providing the necessary repairs without additional charges. Moreover, Kendall Lexus must improve
The worst 1996 Lexus LS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
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- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Lexus LS 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
- Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
- Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit)...
- Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
What 1996 Lexus LS owners say
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Questions about the 1996 Lexus LS
Is the 1996 Lexus LS reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Lexus LS, fewer than a typical LS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Lexus LS?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Lexus LS have?
No recalls on record.
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