The latest Lexus NX has been recalled three times, to fix problems with the electronic parking brake, the lane-trace assist, and the ‘car finder’ software.
The first recall impacts NX250 and NX350 petrol models produced between November 2021 and July 2022.
“For involved vehicles, there is a possibility that the brake actuator assembly may falsely detect an overcurrent condition of the electronic parking brake (EPB) actuator and enter a failsafe mode,” Lexus says in its recall.
“This mode illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), displays a multi-information display (MID) message “Parking Brake Malfunction, Visit Your Dealer”, and prevents the EPB from being engaged or disengaged.
“If the EPB cannot be engaged, the EPB MIL and MID warnings are ignored, and the vehicle is parked on a grade without being placed into “Park”. Due to this, the involved vehicle could roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.”
- A total of 978 vehicles are involved
- The original recall notice, including a VIN list, is attached here
The second recall includes NX250, NX350, NX350h, and NX450h+ models built between November 2021 and June 2022.
“A software error in the lane tracing assist (LTA) control computer may cause the upper limit of the LTA steering angle to be reached earlier than expected,” Lexus says in its recall.
“If this occurs, the system may provide a reduced level of lane centring assist than designed under certain road and vehicle conditions (e.g., curve radius, vehicle speed, etc.) and may not provide the full level of assistance required under certain conditions.”
“Importantly, the driver remains in full control of all steering manoeuvres and, in addition, all lane departure warnings (visual and audible) and driver monitoring functions (driver’s hands-off steering-wheel warning) will continue to operate as designed.”
- A total of 1955 vehicles are involved
- The original recall notice, including a VIN list, is attached here
The final recall includes NX250, NX350, NX350h, and NX450h+ models built between November 2021 and June 2022.
“These vehicles are equipped with a body control module (BCM) that, among other tasks, controls the operation of exterior lighting. Using the Lexus Connected app, the headlamps can be turned on remotely for approximately 60 seconds to help the user locate their parked vehicle,” Lexus says in its recall notice.
“Under certain conditions, if the headlamps are activated using the Lexus Connected app, the BCM software simultaneously illuminates the headlamps and the daytime running lamps (DRLs) and the headlamps remain illuminated without the taillamps illuminating depending on the position of the light control switch.
“This results in a non-compliance with Australian Design Rule 13.”
- A total of 1987 vehicles are involved
- The original recall notice, including a VIN list, is attached here
In the case of all three recalls, Lexus will rectify the problems with a software update.
Owners will be contacted by SMS, email, or mail to advising them to book in their car for a free fix. Concerned owners can call 1800 023 009 between 8:00am and 6:00pm on weekdays for more information.
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