A class action lawsuit alleges that Lexus vehicles from 2015 to 2022, including models like the ES, GS, LS, and RX, suffer from a design flaw causing clogged HVAC drain hoses. Plaintiffs claim this leads to water leaks, mold, mildew, and safety concerns. Despite a technical service bulletin issued over a decade ago suggesting a $30 fix, Lexus is accused of refusing warranty coverage and reimbursement for repairs.
Over a decade ago, Lexus issued a bulletin for clogged HVAC drain hoses in vehicles. The company's proposed fix was a $30 cap to stop insects from nesting in the hoses. Affected models include Lexus vehicles from 2015 to 2022, such as the ES, GS, LS, and RX. Lexus is facing a lawsuit in the United States over an issue involving clogged HVAC drain hoses .
More: 2026 Lexus ES Debuts With A Bigger Display And Mild Tweaks In China Despite this preemptive fix, plaintiffs claim that Lexus has refused to cover repairs under warranty for vehicles affected by clogged hoses. Owners who have paid for repairs out of pocket have reportedly not been reimbursed either. The lawsuit names several plaintiffs, including Sara Hadi , Jun Imaizumi , and Yan Dong , as representative cases in the class action.
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