premature rusting

Asked by Lexusowner May 03, 2011 at 04:25 PM about the 2009 Lexus RX 350 AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I'm a 2009 rx 350 owner and I'm experiencing premature rusting on the front of the hood. Dealer attributes it to gravel damage but I know different. Any other RX 350 owner experiencing this curious phenomenon? Thanx

8 Answers

10

My guess is that more people have this problem then they want to admit to. I just bought a 2009 RX350 and the front and the hood had a plastic coat applied to it. The previous owner did not give much of an explanation, but I guess that he must have had bad experience with his previous Lexus.

1 people found this helpful.

Its a common problem with Toyotas, but Toyota will never admit it.

1 people found this helpful.
20

I am having the same problem with my 2009 RX 350 and my dealer has not responded to my email as of yet.

2 people found this helpful.
39,825

rust comes from the backside of the panel in question ! salt laden mud buildup

2 people found this helpful.

Like this? 2009 lexus rx350. Also dash is melting leaving sticky residue. Also moonroof drain got blocked and flooded front passenger floor.

I am a 2013 RX350 owner and I'm experiencing premature rusting with the handles and back door. Dealer repaired backdoor twice within the warranty from 2015-2018, now the backdoor has bubbling under the camera. Lexus dealer asked CAD$3900+tax to repair it:(

Your Answer:

RX

Looking for a Used RX in your area?

CarGurus has 1,178 nationwide RX listings starting at $4,000.

Postal Code:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    tenspeed
    Reputation
    8,310
  • #2
    Papaobewon
    Reputation
    5,490
  • #3
    Nicolaos Vlachos
    Reputation
    5,060
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Lexus RX Hybrid
16 Great Deals out of 551 listings starting at $8,490
Used Lexus GX
53 listings starting at $19,980
Used Toyota Highlander
31 Great Deals out of 871 listings starting at $7,498
Used Acura MDX
47 Great Deals out of 879 listings starting at $3,999
Used Lexus ES
16 Great Deals out of 206 listings starting at $5,900
Used Toyota RAV4
125 Great Deals out of 3,032 listings starting at $5,995
Used Lexus IS
18 Great Deals out of 415 listings starting at $5,499
Used Toyota 4Runner
16 Great Deals out of 530 listings starting at $7,700
Used Acura RDX
35 Great Deals out of 1,049 listings starting at $1,995
Used Lexus LX
4 Great Deals out of 37 listings starting at $13,900
Used Toyota Camry
55 Great Deals out of 1,005 listings starting at $3,995
Used Lexus LS
4 Great Deals out of 32 listings starting at $5,995
Used Honda CR-V
170 Great Deals out of 4,767 listings starting at $100
Used BMW X5
59 Great Deals out of 948 listings starting at $7,625

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.