2018 Lexus RX Hybrid technical service bulletins
131 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Lexus RX Hybrid, including one warranty extension.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus’s New Vehicle Limited...
- Some 2018 – 2023 model year LC 500, and LC 500h, 2021 – 2023 model year LC 500c, 2018 – 2023 model year LS...
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- Paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are...
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- Condition in which a musty smell is present
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- Squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal
- Obsolete notice
- SPOC: Effective immediately, Lexus is issuing a stop sale on part numbers 85212-YZZ2L-LX & 85212-YZZ2M-LX,...
- DL: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited...
- Condition where the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning lights are on and/or a Check VSC message displays
- DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited...
- MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?P0301 ? Cylinder 1...
- Hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC...
- DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the...
- Water leaking from the moon roof when going through a high-pressure rinse cycle car wash
- Rattle noise from the sliding roof assembly when it is in the tilted open position while driving over a...
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries
- Squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Condition in which a musty smell is present
- This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire...
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Obsolete notice
- Squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal
- TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera,...
- Condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest
- Obsolete notice
- DL: The subject vehicles are equipped with a low-pressure fuel pump which may stop operating
- Ti: technical instructions for special service campaign 21LC01 low-pressure fuel pump
- Al: interoffice memorandum
- TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 20LC02 FRONT INSIDE DOOR HANDLE MAY BECOME...
- DP: There is a possibility that the front inside door handles may break where the latch release cable is...
- Pol: updates to the 2014-2021 lexus universal flat rate manual
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Condition in which the hood release cable is binding, seizing, or sticking
- TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone
- Faq: special service campaign 20LC02
- DP: Lexus has received reports regarding rear inside door handles in certain 2016 ? 2019 model year RX 350...
- There is a possibility that the front inside door handles may break where the latch release cable is...
- Condition where the hood release cable is binding, seizing, or sticking
- TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
- This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for...
- DP: Lexus has received reports regarding rear inside door handles in certain 2016 ? 2018 model year RX 350...
- Condition in which the inside rear door handle does not open the door
- One or more of the following conditions: ?Pink or purple flashing navigation screen
- Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a...
- Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components
- Some 2006
- Excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter
- TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may
- Some 2016
- DL: Lexus has received reports regarding rear inside door handles in certain 2016 ? 2018 model year RX 350...
- RE: Lexus has received reports regarding rear inside door handles in certain 2016 ? 2018 model year RX 350...
- Supersession notice
- DL: There is a possibility that the front inside door handles may break where the latch release cable is...
- Some 2018
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- TT: After performing a battery test using the DCA-8000 battery diagnostic charger and the battery health...
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root
- February 06, 2020:
- Region Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with an engine oil cooling system
- Dealer Package: The involved vehicles are equipped with an engine oil cooling system
- Dealer Daily Message: Dealer Letter Available on TIS Certain 2016 ? 2019 Model Year RX 450h Oil Cooler...
- Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 19LC05 OIL COOLER PIPE CERTAIN...
- TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter...
- MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? P0301 ? Cylinder 1...
- TT: Some vehicles with Pioneer 12.3? (or 10.3? IS) Navigation may encounter an intermittent Pink flash on...
- TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone
- TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a...
- Revision notice
- Region Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper...
- Dealer Packet: April 16, 2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added...
- Technical Instructions
- This bulletin details the supplemental procedure to confirm Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM)...
- TT: The microphone circuit passes through the DCM before reaching the radio/navigation system
- Squawk or knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal
- Obsolete notice
- TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating...
- TT: Some 2017-2018 model year RX vehicles may exhibit a click type noise that can be heard from the front...
- MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P3190 (Poor Engine Power)
- TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter...
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
- Supersession notice
- Revision notice
- The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2018 model year RX 350 and RX...
- To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the D/C Cut Fuse (10A) has been removed...
- TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added...
- TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life
- Hybrid vehicles are equipped with 2 types of batteries: Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery 12-volt auxiliary...
- During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce...
- 2018 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat...
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