2014 Lexus Gs

1. Steering gear rack 2. The steering wheel feels like it slightly locks in place when changing lanes on the highway. This requires more force than usual to turn the steering wheel back straight, which could cause an accident. It feels like the steering wheel has to go over a notch to get the steering wheel back straight. 3. No. It is a known obvious issue. 4. No. It is a known obvious issue 5. No

The component issue is the dashboard. The dashboard has deteriorated and melted to a sticky, shiny tar with a major shine that is causing a glare and potential blind spot will driving. The problem with my vehicle has been a known issue with several models experiencing similar issues. The manufacture has a habit of not fixing the problem until many attempts made by the owner to rectify the problem or denies the claim that it meets a service bulletin that has expired as in my case.

The contact owns a 2014 Lexus GS450. The contact stated that while driving at various highway speeds, the electric power steering assist failed to operate as needed, causing the steering wheel to become stuck. The steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the alternator, but the failure persisted. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 141,000. The VIN was not available.