Recalls: Lexus XF30 LS
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Lexus XF30 LS
- In August 2004, a recall was issued for Lexus XF30 LS models manufactured from 29 July 2003 to 14 January 2004 due to a metal tang on the ‘brake No. 4 tube’ of the automatic transmission potentially snapping off; this could prevent the engagement fo the locking pawl for the ‘park’ position. The affected vehicles were in the VIN range JTH BN36F# 00123381 to JTH BN36F# 00147396 (PRA 2004/7158).
- In July 2005, a recall was issued for Lexus XF30 LS vehicles due to improper moulding of the impeller of the electric fuel pump, which could cause the impeller to distort and contact the fuel pump body, resulting in seizure of the fuel pump (PRA 2005/7508).
Problems and faults: Lexus XF30 LS
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Lexus XF30 LS 430: accessory drive belt noise
In March 2004, Lexus issued Service Bulletin EG003-04 for 2001-04 model year Lexus XF30 LS 430 vehicles. In these vehicles, the Accessory Drive Belt (V-Rib Belt) may make a ‘squealing’ or ‘chirping’ noise when the engine is first started. An updated V-Rib Belt was developed to fix this condition and could be fitted to affected vehicles.
Lexus XF30 LS 430: steering column noise
In January 2007, Lexus issued Technical Service Information Bulletin ST001-04 for 2001 to 2004 model year Lexus XF30 LS 430 vehicles. In these vehicles, the driver may experience steering column noise due to insufficient torsional strength of the telescopic steering column cable. To prevent steering column noise, the cable was to be replaced with a universal joint.
Lexus XF30 LS 430: gear shifting enhancement
In December 2004, Lexus issued Technical Service Information Bulletin TC006-04 for 2004 and 2005 model year Lexus XF30 LS 430 vehicles. For these vehicles, a new calibration was developed for the engine control module (ECM) to improve low-speed shifting by the automatic transmission.
Lexus XF30 LS 430: won’t shift out of park
In December 2002, Lexus issued Technical Service Information Bulletin EL011-02 for 2001-02 model year Lexus XF30 LS 430 vehicles with VINs preceding JTHBN30F*20070532. Intermittently, these vehicles may not shift out park after depressing the brake pedal. To fix, a component in the shift lock assembly, the Shift Lever Anti-Rattle Cushion, was revised and could be replaced in affected models.
Lexus XF30 LS 430: fuel tank difficult to fill
In May 2006, Lexus issued Technical Service Information Bulletin EG012-06 for 2001-05 Lexus LS 430 vehicles. For these vehicles, the driver may experience difficulty when attempting to fill the fuel tank because the fuel filler nozzle may click off before the fuel tank is completely full. From VIN JTHBN36F#65037924, improvements were made to the fuel filler inlet pipe to correct this condition. To fix, the fuel filler inlet pipe could be replaced with the updated component.
Problems and faults: Lexus XF30 LS
- Squealing or groaning noises from the front brakes may be fixed by installing revised brake pads.
- The door mirrors may crack when the heating element is switched on, requiring replacement with revised heated mirror glass.
- The boot may re-lock itself after release, require extra effort to open or be hard to close; if so, the striker needs to be replaced.
