Over 100 Lexus LX500D vehicles recalled due transmission fault
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has confirmed the recall of certain Lexus LX500D vehicles due to a possible solenoid fault that may go undetected, causing the transmission to over-rev in certain gears.
According to Lexus South Africa Motors, the recalls affect approximately 110 units of Lexus LX500D-FSport and LX500D Overtrail.
These vehicles were distributed between 13 March 2025 and 16 January 2026 in the South African market.
This could result in damage to the transmission and a loss of motive power while driving at higher speeds, and could increase the risk of a crash or fire if an ignition source is present.
The vehicles are equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission that uses linear solenoids to control gear shifts.
"According to the supplier, if a solenoid failure occurs under certain driving conditions, the Transmission Electronic Control Unit (T-ECU) and the Engine ECU may not communicate the failure, resulting in the transmission over-revving in specific Gears," said NCC spokesperson Phetho Ntaba.
This could result in damage to the transmission and a loss of motive power while driving at higher speeds.
"If certain damage occurs to the transmission housing, there is also the possibility for transmission fluid to leak from the housing. This could increase the risk of a crash or fire if an ignition source is present," Ntaba added.
Consumers who own the affected vehicles are urged to present their vehicles at an authorised Lexus dealership for reprogramming of the Transmission ECU, which will be carried out at no cost to the consumer.
