Steve Oliver

Essentially there's some sort of issue with the materials of the striker and lock together, they squeak. Not sure why but a different material is required somewhere!

This may help too...

Sounds like the tailgate noise! 😁 It's all here.... https://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/topic/133367-nx300h-squeaking-tailgate/?do=findComment&comment=1326638 Use the tape trick. 😉

Hi, this is interesting... I have a 2019 NX and it has done about 42000 miles. At the last service a couple of weeks ago I had to pay for the replacement of both rear trailing arms, due to the terrible condition of the bushes. They were terrible, I saw them. This wasn't covered by Relax and I had to pay £900 odd for their replacement. I too was amazed that they were so deteriorated, but put it down to the sea air where I live. Everything corrodes it seems. Also of note is that the lower arm bushes are going the same way... not needing replacement yet but it won't be long.

Yes, the vaseline method works for me. No further issues.

The battery will generally stay around 60% full or so when driving around normally (obviously it varies up and down depending on how you're driving). But try rolling down a long hill (mile plus) somewhere (eg Scottish Highlands) at less than 50mph and you'll see it go right to the top, especially if you're braking on the way down. Once it's fully charged (and it really fills that little gauge on the info display), if you're still descending the hill (potentially still regenerative braking) the ICE engine will restart, and I've no idea what it is doing when it does this, but it seems to run to prevent the over charging. Perhaps someone knows why it does this?

Yes, this is how it used to be for the 2024 MY but seems things have changed for the 2025MY and the configurator and "current brochure" don't seem to be in agreement at the moment! I don't think the brochure has been updated yet.

Oh yes! I hadn't noticed the Takumi F-Sport option at the bottom - I'm used to Takumi being a "pack" that you add on later. Can't see at first glance any option for a Pan Roof on the "Takumi F-Sport" or even ML audio.... seems the "Panoramic Roof" option disappears on the F-Sport Takumi. 😞 Not even sure it gets a sunroof anymore.

Hmm, still only seeing the Pan roof option on the configurator....

The configurator is a bit of a mess. Although there is now a panoramic roof option on the 450h+, there appears to be no ML sound option and no Takumi pack. Is this correct? 🤔 I doubt it.

Where did you see this, please?

Yes, get that on my 300h and also my Nissan X Trail before it .. normal sound of electronic brake engaging.

Sounds like good news, thanks Ken. May finally be time to consider... 👍🏻

Not heard so much recently, what are Lexus 'quoted' delivery times now for new NX's, anyone know?

Congratulations! Frankly I don't think there are any "main issues" for the car at that age. Mine is similar model and mileage and 2019 and all good. They should have serviced it (ensure) and therefore it will have a 10000 mile 1 year Relax warranty already if they're not offering you more. So just check this. Otherwise - enjoy! 🙂

I get between 37 and 42 mpg generally, better in the summer.... and on average, whatever it says below... 🙂

Ha ha! Indeed - almost impossible to get an accurate reply from anyone - had the same query a few weeks ago but as you can see from the other thread, I sorted it with a flooded slightly uprated battery. Worth saying that the original was not an AGM in my car. All working well and I can already tell that the new battery lasts way longer with good charge than the old one. Can therefore recommend the Bosch S5005 as a good replacement. Currently £104.09 from EuroCarParts if that's any help! 🙂 Good luck.

Lexus say that a solution is on the way next month. Not that that will help you poor guys who have lost your cars already 😕

Hi, yes I had to reset the boot lid too. Also the parking assist had to recalibrate, which it does when you drive over 40mph-ish in a straight line. I've done this twice now and both times have worked. Apparently it's expected when changing the battery. Otherwise the only things I had to reset were the climate set temperatures and the HUD settings (height and what is displayed). Oh, and possibly the steering wheel height and reach. HTH

You're right, it does have min/max markings, so seems you're right. I think this Bosch battery can only be an improvement. I never really trusted the previous one very much.

Thanks for your reply, Al. I spoke with a couple of Lexus dealers (and Lexus Parts Direct) and surprisingly (?) none of them were really very sure what the specification required is. The comment from one was that the OEM one isn't an AGM battery - jury's still out on that... So, I settled for a Bosch S5 005 which is a 63 Ah battery and maintenance free, has a 5 year guarantee , and it's now fitted and so far so good all working. The Bosch isn't AGM either but by all accounts has technology to prevent it leaking. Thanks for taking the time to reply. 😀

I need to change my 12v battery, preferably to a more powerful one than the OEM Panasonic version and am having a lot of trouble identifying suitable alternatives. I believe it needs to be an AGM battery. Has anyone changed theirs for a Bosch, Exide, whatever... and do you know what you bought?? Any assistance appreciated, thank you 👍

Folks, get some strong tape like Gorilla tape or something and cut off about 3cm of it. Then wrap it around the striker that is in the centre of the bottom boot lip when the hatch is open. Wrap it around the outermost part of the loop only. One or two turns maximum will do the trick. More than that may stop the hatch locking when you close it.

Also worth watching that left hand power dial. The engine will generally cut in when you move out of the first blue Eco section. It will also cut in when you're going over 50mph. All helps to decide how best to drive! 👍