Model year record
2008 Lexus LX recalls & problems
The 2008 Lexus LX has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 3 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaint).
Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2008 Lexus LX.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 | — |
| Electrical system | 1 | — |
| Unknown or other | 1 | — |
| Engine | 1 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Engine
2008 LX570: This is my second time owning a Toyota/Lexus vehicle with the 3UR-FE/5.7L V8 and each has had the same issue. At 156,000 miles, noticed a nauseating smell of oil and coolant enter the cabin via the air vents. Noticed oily residue around front and sides of engine, no check engine lights. Took vehicle to Lexus dealer who reported that timing and valve covers were leaking oil and that the valley plate/heat exchanger was leaking coolant. The smell of oil and coolant entering the cabin caused me and my occupants to become nauseated and dizzy while traveling with the air on. Total estimated amount of repairs, $5,400. Was informed by Lexus service tech that the Toyota/Lexus sealant…
- Electrical system
THE HORN DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. IN MOTION OR PARKED . ON OR OFF.
- Exterior lighting
HIGH INTENSITY HEADLIGHTS ARE BLINDING MY VISION BOTH FROM ONCOMING CARS AND FROM CARS FOLLOWING ME FROM BEHIND IN MY SIDE MIRRORS AND REAR VIEW MIRROR. THIS IS A SERIOUS HAZARD THAT WE MUST LOOK AT FROM A PREVENTIVE PERSPECTIVE! IT IS NOT JUST ONE DAY BUT MANY.
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.