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Hi Ronnie - I disagree with you on this one. Please see what you think to my perspective: Yes, many makes of vehicle get stolen. But there are several problems here regards Toyota vehicles specifically: 1. Toyota models (not just Lexus) have an extremely vulnerable wiring loom that CAN (see what I did there...) be rapidly accessed with almost no damage to the car. This is more vulnerable than other car makers. At least with Range Rover a hole needs to be cut in the body to get to the wiring. And JLR have been doing a recall to add some security into the CAN. 2. Look at the statistics. RX is very high up on theft statistics, as is (gen 1) NX in France I believe. The CAN theft issue came to light in Japan in July 2021 with the theft of a Lexus. This seems to mean that vehicles with a known security flaw were being sold for almost 2 years after the issue was reported. And it's not that vehicles are just getting stolen from "dodgy places". Thieves are steering vehicles directly from people drive ways. So how can people be more vigilant in parking that on their own drive way? 3. My car is still under its original 3 year warranty, has a massive security flaw and Lexus is, so far, doing very little to improve matters other than putting on two small pieces of steel. I guess they are too busy working on wireless android auto or finding a new intern to work on Lexus Link Plus. And if I buy a car and the manufacturer refuses to engage in problems in a timely manner, am I really not going to let this influence my decision to buy another car from them? What happend to the quality that the brand used to display? Anyway, sorry for the rant, I am happy to agree to disagree with your perspective! Paul

You will notice more loss once temperatures go negative - capacity holds up quite well when temperatures are positive Celsius. Much of your range loss would be heating the cabin. https://batteryuniversity.com/article/bu-502-discharging-at-high-and-low-temperatures

These are two theft methods. The key fob boosting I'd called a relay attack. The CANbus method doesn't require the key at all.

Mine been doing it for a few days. However it now appears to be working. I would think the server glitch been fixed.

Best reason I ever heard for avoiding a place.

I was just going to post the exact same thing. Maybe the Takumi master has put down his origami and fixed the server. Probably he was using his non-dominant hand previously. 😁🫰

Very well said, from a personal standpoint being a Lexus owner for one year and new to the brand their lack of action is a disappointment. In my eyes the brand is tarnished with poor dealer experience and a UK division that has badly let their customers down. When my ES is replaced it absolutely will not be with another Lexus vehicle. Even if they acted now and did a recall it is all too late and not good enough.

Just the same for me yesterday, occurred every time I started the car. Seem to be spending more time with this car messing about with messages on the multimedia system than actually watching where I'm going. It's one hell of a distraction.

Yes....and another one with same problem.... on a 450+. As others, I have pressed OK button and followed instructions to re-instate, only to get same on next trip. It also shows a 'reset' in red, wanting password etc....I have left this well alone. Would suggest that Lexus owners who do not read this forum will be queuing outside or on the phone to respective dealers. Beginning to agree with many people on this forum, that it is a great car totally let down by Multimedia software

No Need to apoligise Paul.. I am always Willing and Eager to listen to other peoples Opinions On relevant Topics And i must Say you make Some very good Comments on this topic I Think Possibly i was Taking a much more Generalised and Considered view On This very subject You Have obviously done your Homework and in Retrospect Bow to your better Knowledge...Cheers..Ron

I don't believe 'cornering lamps' are an MoT check as long as the function is a separate bulb. Dealers may be able to code out the cornering lamps, telling the car it doesn't have them fitted if other variants don't have them. Personally I find them very useful, especially reversing in dark driveways or car parks.

Free parking if you signed up to be a Village hotel member (also free). No idea if you can sign up after your booking: https://www.village-hotels.co.uk/members-portal-login

Why not just ask for complimentary parking as part of the booking deal ? Hotels quite often say Yes Malc

in order Triumph Herald convertible Lancia beta spyder Matra simca bagherera MG Maestro Turbo (not sure if this counts, burst seemed very quick at the time) BMW 323i Bauer convertible Peugeot 206GTI Peugeot 405 MI16 MG roadster 1800 BMW 2002 Nissan 1800 Turbo Mercedes 190 Cosworth Jaguar XKR Saab 900 Convertible Mercedes CLK 2300 convertible Porsche Boxster 3.2S Aston Martin Vantage Mercedes SL 400 Porsche 911 Lexus LC500 I missed out all the boring stuff These are just the cars that I remember that gave me pleasure and excitement at the time Thats all that sticks out there must have been more fun stuff. It takes me back just rewriting this out. great memories

Name all the sports cars you've owned. Me first. This is your g(G)ods' truth. I don't even believe this. In my life, I have owned and extensively driven, a 1964 XKE. It was a roadster and, of course, it was red. I, with help, purchased it in 1967 or 68 for $2500 US. I was 20 years old. Think about that! Next up was a '64 Porsche 356C. 75 hp! and it was quick. German horses in '64 were huge apparently. I sold it in 1975 for $2400. My bad. Life intervened and the next interesting car wasn't until about 1995 and it was a 1991 MR2 Turbo. To most folks the least interesting car on my list but the MR2 is a brilliant car, light, comfortable and fast enough. It was a joy. Fast forward to 2005 and a 997S Porsche replaced the MR2. I never warmed to the 997. Too complex, too fast for civilized driving and only 8000 miles for a pair of rear tires is absurd. And finally, my current car is the '24 LC500. I'm still finding my way around this one but so far It is truly exceptional. The only thing is I find I'm driving it like an old man. Maybe because I am. My bet is the Lexus will be my last 'fun' car All-in-all, iI've had a hell of a ride. And if nothing else I should be commended for my taste. 🙂 Your turn.

Disklok!

Luckily I had booked through Booking.com and had free cancellation until 22nd December so cancelled joined the club and booked again through there website but it’s not free cancellation, we can’t win can we but it was £15 cheaper so we will see if I get free parking. Dell

Me too David - I've stayed well away from the reset button.

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to respond. At least I now know it's not something I've done myself!! As others have said, I am now questioning whether I would get another Lexus when I decide to change. This is my first Lexus (apart from an IS200 when they were first launched which was a company car), and the 'Experience Amazing' strap line they use is not appropriate to my experience. Maybe it should be: 'You'll Be Amazed'...............by the number of issues you'll have! 😁

Same for me - NX450.

There's a battery heater and cooler on board which whilst taking some power itself must have some positive effect on the efficiency of the traction battery. Regardless of that the miles/kWh certainly takes a dive south at the moment.

Hi Exactly same problem with my NX 350H. Started happening yesterday when my wife was out in the car. Occurred again today, so I switched the toggle switch to connect to Toyota. 30 seconds later I watched it toggle back. I think this must be an issue with Toyota.,it has not happened before

Yup, me too. I’ve been experiencing exactly same for a couple of weeks. I have discussed with dealer who admits they have no idea what is causing it and it has been added to the rather long list of connectivity issues I have and which tech support are supposedly working on. @Alan Thompson I’ll be interested to hear what Lexus Leeds have to say.

Guys....happening on my NX 450h+ as well. It appears each time I start the car and I have to re-enable it. The message says Geolocation Sharing disabled by outside network settings so maybe from the Lexus Connected servers? It's a PITA so would be pleased to find out how to overcome it. Colin

Hi Alan, I had the same pop-up in my NX350h yesterday so you're not alone. I clicked on "OK" and then re-enabled the "Share geolocation with Toyota" option. I haven't driven the car since doing that so not sure if the problem has been resolved permanently. Maybe a blip at the Lexus\Toyota back-end?

Consistent result from previous with the overnight charge at 51.2/45.6. Battery was completed depleted again and temperatures were below zero. Actual from yesterday's charge was a disappointing 31.9 miles on a regular journey that gave 48 - 50 in the summer months. Daytime temperatures yesterday were never above 5 degrees. Batteries certainly don't like the cold!

I take a different viewpoint. Satisfy me and the price is almost irrelevant. Don't satisfy me and it doesn't matter how 'cheap' you are. I would go back to the Waldorf just for their Porridge breakfast. I would go back to the Langham for their Eggs benedict. I wouldn't go back to the Fleming ,because it was just blah forgettable. I would go back to the little B&B in Scarborough, Tuson Court, because they care so much about everything they do from the breakfast, local information, singing chef (good for a chuckle at breakfast), and small touches in the room.

You’re absolutely right about that. The trouble is that my wife simply cannot face the day without breakfast, so that when we travel together, I inevitably end up with two breakfasts on the hotel bill. When I travel alone (which is rare nowadays) I never take breakfast in the hotel but head for the nearest place where I can get served at a fairer price. Believe it or not, I sometimes used to do this as a matter of principle even when travelling at company expense. The thing about hotel breakfasts is that you can quite easily estimate the difference between the costs and the price of what you eat, and, as far as I’m concerned, gross margins that often look to be around 90% are difficult to accept regardless of the quality, class and location of the hotel.

Yes Don they switched mine off at last service and widows misted up.

Yeah CR2032 anyhow got a couple of Duracell delivered. Changed it over tried the car wouldn't open. Ooooh have they sent duds, changed again put the other one in same again. Mmmm told Mrs Alaw she said I'm sure we have some somewhere in a pack she got them for some gadget. She found them a pack of six one missing but i spotted a CR2032. Put it in the key fob and presto it worked. The Duracell looked in pristine condition well packaged i thought they cant be duds. They weren't. I noticed on the back of the battery a small sticker that small you could hardly read it. Something about harmful etc. The sticker was very small i mean small. Anyhow took one off took the working battery out and put the Duracell in minus the sticker presto it worked. never would i have thought that small sticker would hinder the contacts. To be honest it was a straight forward job easy to do i was expecting all sorts of procedures to do to get key recognized again but no so easy. The manual just tells you to change the battery. Happy days folks.

Don’t think so Barry, he’s just clearing the message by pressing return as I read it.

When i first passed my test that 1.4 SRI Corsa was a sports car. Everyone else running 1.0 ecotec cars while i had that full injection model with enough torque to pull my car left under full throttle... Technically my Supra was a sportscar. 😁

What I find amazing is hotels quoting their standard prices for rooms, meals etc when one try’s to book direct …… booking thru’ an Agent type business on line very often gets a much keener price …….. for the exact same I know, I own one of those online businesses and often pay @50% of the hotel ( package ) advertised prices Motto ….. don’t go to the hotel “ direct “ , go to other online booking providers and probably save money Malc

I’d prefer a second key fob and some locking wheel nuts. Your idea is cool, especially since AC is now in hibernation!

Take it should be "spray" and "underseal" 😊 I agree with everything you've put apart from the above if it's that "carpet" type stuff inside the rear wheel arches. Ours keeps getting clogged with leaves and bits of everything else, you can't get it clean unless you use a pressure washer on it which I don't want to have to get out every time the car gets washed, I can see it being a nightmare when we get some snow and that packs in it. P.S. I'm just complaining on behalf of SWMBO who does the car cleaning, I'm fed up of hearing her moan about it. 😉

I had a similar experience with a Peugeot - got an M16 405 or was it 406? after having the std 405 with 1.9 engine. The result was banned from driving by the sheriff of Forfar for two weeks and £150 fine doing 135 mph on the A9 instead of 70. The rover 825 police car could not catch me until I stopped at road works about 5 miles further on ☺️. I never learned from that. Banned for 3 months and 300 Euro fine by the Tarn police doing 200Kph in a quick Megane on an empty country road with a 90Kph limit. I am now a good and very careful driver thank you.😇 BTW - they chased but never caught me doing 175 on the M61 on a tuned Yamaha 1000... Not proud of being stupid - Sorry everyone! It was when I was young and very thick.

Many thanks Adam, boot trim arrived today and now fitted …just as described 👍🏻

I'm too frightened to post anything in case I tempt fate.

Oh dear. Poor Tiffany must feel shattered.

Betsy wasn't on a bridge throwing stones was she?

Tyre pressure certainly drops with a decrease in temperature. It can be enough to activate the TPMS warning light - I’ve had it myself. But 5C is not that cold and 2.3 bar to 0.9 bar is surely a slow leak. If you know what wheel it is, I’d examine the tread for a small nail - or similar - and the valve for an air leak. Another possibility is wheel rim damage.

Dear all, It is only today (16th Nov) that I am getting my car back from the workshop. They said that the loom cable did not need to be replaced but that the repair was successful and a new adaptor was plugged in on the headlight. new bumper was fitted in to complete the work. So I was without my car for near 6 weeks and had to bear driving the Hyundai Ionic in the meantime. All in all, I am extremely displeased with my insurance (Churchill) for failing to provide me with a car that is in the same category group as my ES, so they will be informed that I will cancel Churchill insurance as I have got another car insurance set up for a new vehicle that I am going to pick up tomorrow. Yes, sadly I am getting rid of the ES300h, as I do not wish to repeat this experience should there be a 3rd time with another attempted theft. I certainly am not willing or prepared to wait for another 6 weeks without my car for more repairs to be done worse is if the loom cable needs replacing, it would be a 3 months wait without the ES. In my opinion, Lexus has seriously failed to address this matter quickly: currently all ES are vulnerable, even if the 2023 is more secure with the encrypted CANBUS, it will not fully stop thieves from trying to steal the car knowing how easy it seems to be with headlight hacking techniques, so prospect of damaging the bumper and loom cable remains a huge risk in my opinion. I remain glad that the Metatrak Plus as additional immobiliser has done a great job keeping my car in my parking drive regardless of the 2 attempted thefts. So, tomorrow I am picking up an AUDI A6 AVANT 2.0L Black Edition Quattro S Line 2018, which ticks all the boxes with all options I wanted. I never had this car before and think it will be a very practical car for my family. However, I am still a Lexus fan and I am keeping my SC430 and NX300H.

I've not tried in the UX but typically if you have the AC off and you hit the front demist button it will temporarily turn on AC - worth trying this as it will reduce your need to use the touch screen.

My texts come straight through i dont get emails tho but never have I Get the " You Have a incoming Text message" but on I phone you have to enable Notifications

Lexus absolutely should do a recall, bite the bullet financially and do the right thing by the brand. Lexus UK from my interaction does not do the brand history Any justice and needs a major shake up with higher quality personnel at the helm...

As with the RX, UX, NX, LS and LC it’s just not good enough. Lexus should do a recall on all affected cars. There is no point fitting immobilisers and steering locks at owners cost when thieves will still try and steal the cars. Steel plates or a revised canbus system or a free immobiliser - whatever it takes. The thought of Lexus ending up with the same reputation as Land Rover doesn’t bear thinking about.

As mentioned previously I believe all vulnerable ES models should be recalled. Lexus should install a third party immobiliser to make up for their design issues. Alternatively all vehicles could be updated to ensure MITM attacks cannot be conducted on the Cambus

This is what really hacks me off when a loyal customer who, like me has driven Lexus and Toyota cars for years has to consider changing brands because Lexus couldn't give a monkey's if they do and all because of the failure of Lexus to provide adequate anti theft measures to their product range. Not withstanding useless Insurers/Repair shops who don't fulfill their obligations in a reasonable time frame. Lexus cars world wide are one of the most likely to be stolen because they are pitifully easy to steal. Owning a car eventually will just become too much of a headache in addition to the stealth taxes they are subject to by every Government since Adam was a lad. The motorist is a cash cow, from fuel duty, road tax, insurance and UK new car prices all of which are going only in one direction - UP

Thanks Lads, I came from a succession of BMWs, the latest an e60 with virtually all the toys. It even had working indicators......👈👉 😁 I'd been looking for something like a 3 series, but anecdotal reports seemed to claim a decline in reliability and, in particular, poor Dealers poor service levels. Shame, but there you go. Here's a few pics from the sales ad, looked to have everything I'd need/want so I went for it. Hope you like.