On the instrument panel the peedometer needle and numbers are going black.This is all the time.
Electrical system
Lexus SC300 Electrical problems by year
5 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Lexus SC300's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
Latest SC300 electrical complaints
The indicator needle on the speedometer went dark, resulting in a black on black speedometer reading. The lexus dealer says neither the light nor the needle can be replaced. Protocol calls for the complete replacement of the instrument board at a cost of $3000, according to lexus usa. This is not a wear and tear question but a result of poor design. Driving an auto whose speed cannot be determined is a serious safety issue. *Tr
Consumer states vehicle caught on fire. Dealer notified. *Ak
Consumer is unable to get keys out of the lock position after being put into the ignition. Dealership replaced the ignition, but problem still exists.*Ak
Cd player does not funciton properly, others have reported sam problems to me ; speedometer needle will not light up and can not tell speed due to the lighting setup of instrumetn panel same problem has been reported to me by friends who own same car
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