What causes the dashboard of a Lexus to crack?
Ultimately, the dashboard will become dry and brittle and will crack. Heat comes hand-in-hand with the UV light. The exposure of heat for the dashboard, especially in times when your Lexus is left in a parking lot with no window screen or shade, the interior of the car can reach 130F or higher in some areas on a sunny, summer day.
Where are the cracks on the Lexus GX470?
The cracks initially appeared where there is no apparent direct sunlight like you would expect to see on the top of the dash. See photos from our GX470. The top of our dash is actually mostly intact.
Do you have to pay for a Lexus dashboard repair?
Lexus is paying to have your dashboard replaced and reimbursing you if you already paid for the repair in the past (hopefully you kept all your paperwork and receipts). Now that is an early Christmas present for many of us.
Are there any recalls on the Lexus ES 350?
The models of Lexus that have been recalled in recent years due to significant issues with the dashboard include: 1 2007-2008 Lexus ES 350 2 2003-2008 Lexus GX 470 3 2006-2008 Lexus IS 250/250 4 2007 Lexus LS 460 5 2004-2006 Lexus RX 330 6 2007-2009 Lexus RX 350 7 2005-2008 Lexus RX 400h
The cracks initially appeared where there is no apparent direct sunlight like you would expect to see on the top of the dash. See photos from our GX470. The top of our dash is actually mostly intact.
Can a Lexus owner pay for a cracked dashboard?
In the letter they state that the Warranty Enhancement coverage is fully transferable to the next owner of your car, for the same time limits. So if you sell your used Lexus to another person, and they then see cracks develop in their dashboard, they will be covered for the repair. Be sure to let other Lexus owners know about this.
Is there a recall on the Lexus dashboard?
This is not a recall, it is a cosmetic issue that Lexus has become aware of. Some people actually reported that their dashboard melted in the heat and humidity. Other drivers reported their dash becoming sticky. My guess is with enough complaints about it Lexus decided to man up and do the honorable thing.