2016 RX 350 Excessive noise and vibration
06-06-17, 12:14 PM
#841
I had same experience with 2016 Acura MDX. As soon as possible, I dumped the car after driving for ~3k Miles. Not only those issues, as a first production from Acura Alabama plant, build quality(interior, exterior fitment) was a concern too. If I were you, I'd trade it in sooner rather than later. Wonder if 2017 RX has same issues?
06-06-17, 04:07 PM
#843
Wow, I was reading through some of the reviews on Edmunds.com and Cars.com and most of the reviews mention the same thing as in this thread. Lexus is slowly ruining their Name.
06-06-17, 04:10 PM
#844
06-07-17, 05:59 AM
#846
Why was my post removed? Civil is apparently not questioning the motives of a poster who is encouraging people to post multiple negative remarks in order to reduce the star ratings of the rx350. It's done anonymously and is based solely on he word of the poster.
06-07-17, 10:56 AM
#847
My story: Brand new RX 2017, 560 Miles, developed strong vibrations after the first 200 Miles, the car DID NOT have any vibrations before , so between 1400 RPM and 2000 RPM the wheel vibrates and a drone noise is loudly heard, dealer said its all normal and lexus is aware of this issue but its not for a fix, so I cant cruise on the highway cause the gear tries to settle around 1500 RPM , I have to drive MANUAL on the freaking highway in a f**** $55k car . Cause of that my gas mileage is abysmal .
Dealer will not even examine the car, just sent me on the way saying its normal.
After 14 years of Lexus, LAST LEXUS FOR SURE !
Dealer will not even examine the car, just sent me on the way saying its normal.
After 14 years of Lexus, LAST LEXUS FOR SURE !
06-07-17, 12:03 PM
#848
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My story: Brand new RX 2017, 560 Miles, developed strong vibrations after the first 200 Miles, the car DID NOT have any vibrations before , so between 1400 RPM and 2000 RPM the wheel vibrates and a drone noise is loudly heard, dealer said its all normal and lexus is aware of this issue but its not for a fix, so I cant cruise on the highway cause the gear tries to settle around 1500 RPM , I have to drive MANUAL on the freaking highway in a f**** $55k car . Cause of that my gas mileage is abysmal .
Dealer will not even examine the car, just sent me on the way saying its normal.
After 14 years of Lexus, LAST LEXUS FOR SURE !
Dealer will not even examine the car, just sent me on the way saying its normal.
After 14 years of Lexus, LAST LEXUS FOR SURE !
I do sometimes long haul on cruise control. Like when I went from Canada to New-Jersey for summer vacation, or visiting my parents who live at a three hours drive town. I did not have any problem.
I wonder if some drivers respect the initial engin break-in period to not push to much the engine for the first mile of usage (two is more remommanded). Maybe the cause of those noises and vibrations?
Last edited by PeeVee; 06-07-17 at 12:06 PM.
06-07-17, 12:40 PM
#850
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From the Owner's manual:
■ Break-in schedule If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as an engine, transaxle, transfer (AWD models), rear differential (AWD models) or wheel bearing), Lexus recommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km). After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration.
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06-07-17, 12:43 PM
#851
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Here is in another section:
■ Breaking in your new Lexus To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recommended:
■ Breaking in your new Lexus To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recommended:
- For the first 200 miles (300 km): Avoid sudden stops.
- For the first 500 miles (800 km): Do not tow a trailer.
- For the first 1000 miles (1600 km): • Do not drive at extremely high speeds. • Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive continuously in low gears. • Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
06-07-17, 12:49 PM
#852
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I learned that on my last car, Honda Accord that was in excellent shape when I left it after 11 years.
The salesman told me that for long haul at the beginning, avoid highway only, alternate with secondary roads to avoid using the same speed for long period of time.
He went to get my car to another dealer that is 2 hours highway drive and took 4 to get it.
Last edited by PeeVee; 06-07-17 at 05:53 PM.
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