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Replying to: neelp (Aug 30, 2006 5:11 pm) |
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Replying to: amri1 (Mar 03, 2007 8:42 am) Maybe just coincidentally, but yesterday was a warmer than normal day in the NY area and a vicious squeak started to sound again. I also get clicking sounds coming from around the sunroof area. I think it's the loose plastic molding pieces. I am not impressed with fit & finish with my car, particularly given Lexus reputation in this area. |
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About six weeks ago I was pulling into a gas station and my power steering died. The dealer replaced the steering rack (after having to wait a week for the parts), and everything was good. This past Saturday, the power steering died again. After I had dinner and started the car, the power steering worked again, although I doubt the sushi had anything to do with it. This time, the dealer said that the software that runs the steering computer has been redesigned, and I needed a new computer. He said that there was a recall for the steering rack ealier, but my car did not fall within the recall so they never said anything to me. I guess they missed the mark on that one. I'm currently waiting for the new computer to arrive; it should be here in a few days. Just posting this as a heads-up; folks might want to do some research to see if their cars need these recall items taken care of.
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What are the years (or) serial number range that qualify for the factory upgrade? THX...
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Replying to: harbo (Apr 30, 2007 7:35 pm)  I don't know what the range is; I'd either Google or go to the Toyota tech site ($10 gets you a one day membership). |
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Replying to: amri1 (Mar 03, 2007 8:42 am)
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Replying to: ara3 (May 06, 2007 4:59 am) I just dropped mine off for service today - the power steering died again for the third time. They're sending a field tech out to look at it. I've since looked up the recall info on Toyota's tech site - details below. Even though my car does not fall within the VIN range of the recall, I've had the failure three times so far. --------------------- On certain 2006 model year Lexus GS 300 (both 2WD and AWD) and GS 430 vehicles, customers may experience a noticeable gradual increase in the steering effort necessary at low speeds when turning the steering wheel in the complete left or right position. This condition may be most perceptible when parking the vehicle. Model year: 2006 VDS: BH96S, VIN range 5002385 – 5005184 VDS: BN96S, VIN range 5001092 – 5002302 VDS: CH96S, VIN range 0001906 – 0003062 Q1: What is the condition? A1: On certain 2006 model year Lexus GS 300 (both 2WD and AWD) and GS 430 vehicles, customers may experience a noticeable, gradual increase in the steering effort necessary at low speeds when turning the steering wheel to the complete left or right position. This condition may be most perceptible when parking the vehicle. Q2: What is the cause of this condition? A2: This condition is caused by an insufficient adhesion between the permanent magnets and the rotor of the Electric Power Steering (EPS), causing the motor to gradually lose torque when the wheel is turned to the complete left or right position. Q3: Are there any warnings that this condition exists? A3: Yes, the steering effort will gradually increase and an abnormal noise may be heard if the wheel is turned to the complete left or right position. Q4: Which and how many vehicles are involved? A4: There are approximately 3,200 2006 model year vehicles involved in the U.S. • GS 300 (2WD) 1,500 vehicles • GS 300 (AWD) 1,000 vehicles • GS 430 700 vehicles Q5: What is the production period of the affected vehicles? A5: The affected Lexus GS vehicles were produced from February, 2005 to March, 2005. Q6: Are there any other Toyota or Lexus vehicles involved? A6: No, this condition only affects certain 2006 GS vehicles. Q7: How many incidents of this condition have been reported? A7: There have been no cases of this condition reported in the U.S. market. Q8: Have there been any accidents reported? A8: There have been no accidents reported which are possibly related to this condition in the U.S. market. Q9: Have there been any reports of deaths or injuries? A9: There have been no deaths or injuries reported related to this condition in the U.S. market. Q10: What is Lexus going to do? A10: Owners of the involved vehicles will receive a Special Service Campaign notification by first class mail beginning in early August 2006. Lexus dealers will replace the Electric Power Steering (EPS) Assembly with an improved one at NO CHARGE to the customer. Q11: How long will the repair take? A11: Depending on the model, the repair may take up to approximately five hours. However, depending upon the dealer’s work schedule, it may be necessary to make the vehicle available for a longer period of time. Q12: What should an owner do if they experience the condition? A12: Owners are requested to contact their local Lexus dealer for diagnosis and repair.
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Replying to: bdkinnh (May 07, 2007 6:01 am) Sock it to em' ! |
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Replying to: bdkinnh (Apr 30, 2007 2:44 pm) First time anything like this ever happen to me. I'm just glad it didn't happen while going down the interstate! |
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