Dash rattles/other issues
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well, when it comes to bluetooth, there are at least 100 different android phones, especially in the case of android, everyone does everything differently... you have $100 phone vs $60k car. I would try another phone.
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Probably right, but I'm grumpy about this. I've saved for years so I could get a high-ends sports sedan and this is what I get? I run three service companies and if overpromis and under deliver I get fired, as there are 10 other competitors waiting to eat my lunch.
I'm amazed people seem to be ok with this.
I'm amazed people seem to be ok with this.
#18
Understand your frustration, but Enform is a new and evolving technology and as such I understand it may not be perfect out of the gates... so yes, I'm OK with my car having issues mainly with the Enform app connecting my phone to the car--truthfully because I don't consider it essential. I bought the car for its driving ability. I guess if I bought it for the new technology, maybe I'd feel different...
OTOH, the Bluetooth is very good and I have had no issues with it, just the Enform app, which I could take or leave.
OTOH, the Bluetooth is very good and I have had no issues with it, just the Enform app, which I could take or leave.
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Understand your frustration, but Enform is a new and evolving technology and as such I understand it may not be perfect out of the gates... so yes, I'm OK with my car having issues mainly with the Enform app connecting my phone to the car--truthfully because I don't consider it essential. I bought the car for its driving ability. I guess if I bought it for the new technology, maybe I'd feel different...
OTOH, the Bluetooth is very good and I have had no issues with it, just the Enform app, which I could take or leave.
OTOH, the Bluetooth is very good and I have had no issues with it, just the Enform app, which I could take or leave.
With that said, I also understand that if Lexus advertises something cutting-edge and people buy it for that reason it should work as promised. I'm sure they will get it sorted out.
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Not sure what the issue is, but they would have been money ahead by doing a proper job in the first place. My car has been in the shop more than my driveway, they pulled the dash and wrapped foam insulation around the wire harnesses. Why would they not do that at factory?
As for Blue tooth and phone compatability, I just buy the claim that there are "so many phones out there." I have a sonos wireless stereo system that plays from rhapsody, other internet, iTunes, or any othe audio source, and plays in 5 different rooms. I can control it with an iPad, my desktop, and my droid, and its all bullet proof.
As for Blue tooth and phone compatability, I just buy the claim that there are "so many phones out there." I have a sonos wireless stereo system that plays from rhapsody, other internet, iTunes, or any othe audio source, and plays in 5 different rooms. I can control it with an iPad, my desktop, and my droid, and its all bullet proof.
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This is very disheartening to see. I was considering a new GS 350 to replace my Infiniti but if this is any indication of Lexus' build quality I guess I'll keep looking. The Infiniti is far from perfect but at least it isn't a rattle-trap. There is no way a car in this class should have these kind of problems.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
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Not sure what the issue is, but they would have been money ahead by doing a proper job in the first place. My car has been in the shop more than my driveway, they pulled the dash and wrapped foam insulation around the wire harnesses. Why would they not do that at factory?
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This is very disheartening to see. I was considering a new GS 350 to replace my Infiniti but if this is any indication of Lexus' build quality I guess I'll keep looking. The Infiniti is far from perfect but at least it isn't a rattle-trap. There is no way a car in this class should have these kind of problems.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
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Have not had a chance to drive it since I'm out of town, but asked the dealer for a new car or refund, offering to pay for the few miles I put on. They say dash is awesome, which I'm sure it is. Still doesn't fix Enform. That will be an issue regardless. Their best answer is buy an iPhone or wait for the new app, whenever that is. Some people ok with that, others not:depends why you buy the car and how much your money means to you.
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Just make buying decision assuming Enform won't work. All you get is nav and bluetooth phone (usually). Im guessing my dash rattle is a one off. If you can live with that it's a fun car. Use that weakness to negotiate a better price. Both google store and iTunes rate the app as very poor.
Works good on Lexus web site, tho!
Works good on Lexus web site, tho!
#27
Like your idea of buying the car for the car and not the technology application--good philosophy. Applications will come and go and phone and app technologies will change a lot in the 3-7 year lifespan of the car...
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This is very disheartening to see. I was considering a new GS 350 to replace my Infiniti but if this is any indication of Lexus' build quality I guess I'll keep looking. The Infiniti is far from perfect but at least it isn't a rattle-trap. There is no way a car in this class should have these kind of problems.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
#29
Also I have not been able to successfully use any apps on my car yet. I called the 800 # and basically after everything was said and done she said yah we have huge connectivity problems right now. But we are working on it Blah blah blah. But it is not that big of a deal for me, it will eventually start working and it will be cool for a minute but when it comes time to renew I probably wont.
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This is very disheartening to see. I was considering a new GS 350 to replace my Infiniti but if this is any indication of Lexus' build quality I guess I'll keep looking. The Infiniti is far from perfect but at least it isn't a rattle-trap. There is no way a car in this class should have these kind of problems.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.
Have you approached Lexus about about a buy-back? It might be worth contacting them to see. Or maybe it is time to get an attorney involved and seek legal recourse.