Sxelexy

I know that there have been various posts about the gurgling A/C within threads about noises and quirks but I couldn't find one specifically on this topic. In an effort to streamline and see how many people are actually suffering through this "specific" annoyance, thought it may be a good idea to start a gurgling A/C topic.

I have the full load F-sport that was bought in December and now that the weather has started to get nicer, the constant gurgling every time the A/C is cycling is getting very annoying. Had it in at the dealer this week and was told that this was not the first one they've seen and that the Lexus Field Engineer was coming out on Friday to look into it.

For that amount of money paid for this vehicle there should not be this much noise coming from the unit. If you're not sure whether or not your RX is having the same issue then chances are that it doesn't because you would definitely notice it.

Not sure how or if this can be resolved. Even the Service Adviser cracked a joke about keeping the radio turned on loud until Lexus can find a resolution... Funny but not really.

Who else has this problem and what have your dealers been saying to you about it?

Thanks!

coolsaber

A video or short audio clip of the sound inside and out would be nice

mydayjob

had the car at the dealership for a week for the gurgling sound (tech/mgr described it as a water fountain noise inside cabin); no known fix; Mgr said there is a bulletin out, and he would add our complaint to the list, but there is nothing currently available for a fix. if they can't figure one out they are just going to call it a design 'feature'

toyotaman7

Likely low on refrigerant, based on design. They might change the spec to increase the amount of refrigerant. The dealer would have to just add refrigerant. NOT sure if they will without Lexus approval though, or a tsb

KennyKC

My car has the gurgling AC noise as well. Purchased in January 2016. The noise is there but mine doesn't appear to be as loud as yours to be honest.

dchar

The gurgling sound in my father's RX350 is really obvious when the A/C comes on, especially while at a stop. It is quite annoying and I hope a fix is found soon.

mydayjob

Nope. Tech said they added freon to no avail.

bobyg

Mine has the same problem. Car was purchased in Feb. no fix available yet. i thk someone in the forum mentioned the refrigerant doesn't have full charge before leaving factory causing the problem.

Macs4RX

Sxelexy - thanks for starting this thread. I, too, have this quite noticeable gurgling noise. I've had my 4RX (Luxury) for almost two weeks now and I definitely have the A/C gurgling sound that others have mentioned. Turn off the A/C and the sound stops. Note that this gurgling sound can only be heard if the windows are rolled up and if the radio is off. In other words, the interior is quiet. I'd love to get this issue fixed as it is somewhat annoying. My car was built in Canada (manufactured 3/16).

Curryolla

I don't have my RX yet so I can't comment on the RX. But, this was a common issue on my 2007 Infiniti M35x. The nicoclub forums are full of similar posts to these. The solution ranges from a coolant drain and refill, to a loose fitting near the heater core causing air to get into the lines. Someone even claims that driving on the highway and switching between the heater and air conditioner opens up the thermostat, purges the air, and solves the problem. Here are the links: http://forums.nicoclub.com/strange-l...p-t460269.html and http://forums.nicoclub.com/hear-a-sl...p-t469696.html

kenforum

My car has the gurgling sound too.

roblim

My RX and my 2015 Toyota Sienna make the gurgling noise. My stereo drowns it out though.

Richstang

My RX too. BOOO!!!!!!

mydayjob

Found this youtube that captures the sound....

cec327

Thanks for the video. Whew! Don't have that problem.