Disappointed with Lexus reliability on the RCF
08-09-16, 08:39 AM
#16
I had my wing raised and turned it off in the settings for months and wanted it to go up and down. It did for about 2 weeks. now it is stuck up and dosent respond to the button
Did you turn off the ability to lower/raise in the settings?
I purposely leave my wing in the up position and it was back down after the 5k service and fuel pump TSIB fix. Had to raise it w/ button then go into settings to disable. That is temporary until I get my new CF wing which seems to be stuck in customs at the port in CA.
I purposely leave my wing in the up position and it was back down after the 5k service and fuel pump TSIB fix. Had to raise it w/ button then go into settings to disable. That is temporary until I get my new CF wing which seems to be stuck in customs at the port in CA.
08-09-16, 11:40 AM
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08-09-16, 01:14 PM
#20
Lead Lap
Every brand of car has lemons, even Lexus. Lexus just has fewer of them. But some people are going to be unlucky. Someone has to get the short end of the stick, there's no way around it. If it were me I would probably feel as you do.
So far my RC F hasn't had any of the problems I've read about (fuel pump, stuck wing, LCD odometer anomalies, axle noises, strange noises in the triple digits, etc...) other than the ventilated seats problem. I would certainly not want to return my RC F just because of the seat issue. I would like it fixed though.
My RC F has 13,622 miles (I just looked at my Enform app).
So far my RC F hasn't had any of the problems I've read about (fuel pump, stuck wing, LCD odometer anomalies, axle noises, strange noises in the triple digits, etc...) other than the ventilated seats problem. I would certainly not want to return my RC F just because of the seat issue. I would like it fixed though.
My RC F has 13,622 miles (I just looked at my Enform app).
08-11-16, 02:35 PM
#23
Lexus Test Driver
Getting close to me. I am between 29k and 30k and no issues. I was driving the wheels off it for business trips up until about 6 months ago. I am putting way less miles per month on it now.
09-25-16, 09:37 AM
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New to site. I have the 2015 RCF and my check engine light also just came on at just 4160miles. Going to the dealers on October 8th to see what the problem is. I have also had the radio and navigation just stop responding to inputs soon after I bought the car and driving on the highway. It was hot summer day, so don't know if this has something to do with it. It has not happened since though.
09-25-16, 12:54 PM
#26
Pole Position
I agree with some of the problems is with "out sourcing". But disagree with you that NOT ALL BAD THINGS ARE MADE IN CHINA. It is a matter of quality control and at what price point. If the vendor is willing to pay for top quality stuff made in China, this is possible. But if the vendor just want to pay to the lowest bidder, then quality suffers and this maybe the end result we are seeing as end product consumers. Unfortunately I think Lexus is beginning to go in this direction as the pressure is on in order to compete in the market place with "pricing pressures". I really hope Lexus reverse the trend immediately.
09-25-16, 12:58 PM
#27
Pole Position
Sorry to hear about your check engine light with so few miles.
Make sure your gas cap is securely closed. I would open the gas cap and take it off and put back on until I hear the usual clicks. And then drive it around (I think it will take like 100 miles or so if this was the problem in order for the car to clear itself.)
Of course, I would still have the Lexus dealer check it out and connect to their computer and see what is happening.
Good luck.
Make sure your gas cap is securely closed. I would open the gas cap and take it off and put back on until I hear the usual clicks. And then drive it around (I think it will take like 100 miles or so if this was the problem in order for the car to clear itself.)
Of course, I would still have the Lexus dealer check it out and connect to their computer and see what is happening.
Good luck.
New to site. I have the 2015 RCF and my check engine light also just came on at just 4160miles. Going to the dealers on October 8th to see what the problem is. I have also had the radio and navigation just stop responding to inputs soon after I bought the car and driving on the highway. It was hot summer day, so don't know if this has something to do with it. It has not happened since though.
09-26-16, 03:03 PM
#29
^^^^Could be the cap, but you're just guessing. Buy an OBD code reader, and read the code. You don't need an expensive one, and it could be something you can fix. I any case, when taking your F to the dealer, knowing the problem in advance will help you and not allow the dealer to put anything over on you. If you don't want to buy your own code reader, take it to an AutoZone, they will read the code for free.
Lou
Lou
09-26-16, 03:24 PM
#30
Lexus Test Driver
^^^^Could be the cap, but you're just guessing. Buy an OBD code reader, and read the code. You don't need an expensive one, and it could be something you can fix. I any case, when taking your F to the dealer, knowing the problem in advance will help you and not allow the dealer to put anything over on you. If you don't want to buy your own code reader, take it to an AutoZone, they will read the code for free.
Lou
Lou
Autozone will run a free OBD code check, but its just a check engine light and under warranty. Check engine lights are typically not a huge deal. Just drop it by Lexus and call them in advance to let them know the light is on just to get their endorsement on the record that it is safety drive and does not need to go in ASAP.