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2008 Lexus LX recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 13, 201818V887000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideIn the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury . DetailsHide details for campaign 18V887000
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| Aug 31, 201717V548000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn incorrect driver or front passenger air bag may not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V548000
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| Feb 24, 201111V113000 | Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedalA STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DetailsHide details for campaign 11V113000
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Owner complaints by component6
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 17 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 17 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 17 |
| Structure | 1 | 17 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 17 |
| Tires | 1 | 17 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 17 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“2008 LX570: This is my second time owning a Toyota/Lexus vehicle with the 3UR-FE/5.7L V8 and each has had the same issue.”
- Electrical system
“The horn does not work at all. In motion or parked . On or off.”
- Structure
“2008 lexus lx 570. Consumer states vibration and grinding *tgw the consumer stated the vibration/grinding was transmitted through the accelerator pedal, steering column and steering wheel.”
Other Lexus LX model years
- 20113 recalls1 complaint
- 20103 recalls5 complaints
- 20093 recalls4 complaints
- 20083 recalls6 complaints
- 20071 recall4 complaints
- 20063 recalls15 complaints
- 20053 recalls9 complaints
- 20043 recalls18 complaints
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- 2010 HS7 recalls146 complaints
- 2011 CT1 recall27 complaints
2008 Lexus LX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2008 Lexus LX have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2008 Lexus LX. The most recent, 18V887000 (reported December 13, 2018), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2008 Lexus LX recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Others: vehicle speed control (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Lexus LX?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 6 filed with NHTSA (17%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Lexus LX?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota/Lexus recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lexus dealer.
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