L-Sb-0037-23: Tsb: Some 2021 ? 2024 Model Year Lexus Vehicles Use Hub Bolts In Place Of Studs/Nuts To Fasten The Wheels To The Vehicle. If Non-Compatible safety campaign
official tsb record
Whole generationSingle sourceEvidence: Medium confidence
The cited record is bound to model year 2022; no broader incidence claim is made.
- Symptom
- TSB: Some 2021 ? 2024 model year Lexus vehicles use hub bolts in place of studs/nuts to fasten the wheels to the vehicle.
- Why it matters
- The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.
Observed complaint mileage band; not an incidence probability
Reported onset roughly 20,125–35,000 mi (median 31,600 mi).
Onset band unknown.
Based on 5 usable reports (11 censored). Complaint mileage is an observed report band, not a population incidence estimate.
What to inspect
- Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Pro check: Independent pre-purchase inspection.
Mitigation
- Treat the official record as a targeted inspection lead, not proof that this candidate has the condition.
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clm_lexus-rx-2022-tsb-nhtsa-mc-10241386-l-sb-0037-23-2022-obs-684112022 Lexus RXEvidence: Medium confidence
The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.
“TSB: Some 2021 ? 2024 model year Lexus vehicles use hub bolts in place of studs/nuts to fasten the wheels to the vehicle. If non-compatible wheels or hub bolts/nuts are installed, there is increased risk that the wheel(s) could come off resulting in a crash. This service bulletin outlines the physical differences and precautions that should be taken when servicing different wheel and wheel fastener types.”