AVS Shock Longevity - Database
#18
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On my 2013 luxury (rip) which I owned from 2015 until it was totaled in Nov 2019, I had no failed shocks (as far as I know). It had 105k miles when totaled.
On my new to me 2017 I had one failed front shock, but this is premium package so they are not AVS.
On my new to me 2017 I had one failed front shock, but this is premium package so they are not AVS.
#19
2013 Lux - 101k on stock suspension. No issues.
Lexus called out that the rear left shock was "sweating" on 06/2017 with about 52k miles on the car. The original owner declined replacement. Here is the shock as of 06/2020 (~90k miles). No issues with it so far.
Lexus called out that the rear left shock was "sweating" on 06/2017 with about 52k miles on the car. The original owner declined replacement. Here is the shock as of 06/2020 (~90k miles). No issues with it so far.
#20
With softer damping, maybe that's why GS450h shock absorbers last longer?
Less gas and hydraulic pressure inside the cartridges hence less pressure on the shock absorber seals like the shock absorbers on conventional motor vehicles?
GS F has its own springs, shock absorbers and roll bars.
Notice how from 12/2011 to 09/2014, the GS450h had their own rear shock absorbers, however from 10/2014 onwards, the GS450h shared the same front and rear shock absorbers with GS200t/300/350?
AWD used its own springs, shock absorbers and roll bars over the years.
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#22
Good info. 2013 GS450h with 66k miles. No problems that i know of. Occasional Daily driver now for about 75 miles per week. This may be my last car if I don’t start driving more.
#23
Lexus Test Driver
panyo64 - I had the rear passenger AVS strut/shock (P/N 48530-80779) replaced today (12/17/2021) on my 2018 GS 450h with less than 6k miles on the car with no suspension mods.
The lead Lexus technician discovered the leaking strut 7 days ago when the car was in for routine servicing. The part was ordered on 12/10/2021 and replaced at no charge under warranty on 12/17/2021.
The lead Lexus technician discovered the leaking strut 7 days ago when the car was in for routine servicing. The part was ordered on 12/10/2021 and replaced at no charge under warranty on 12/17/2021.
Last edited by bclexus; 12-17-21 at 11:37 AM.
#25
1. 2012 GS250 non-F sport 122k km
2. No, rides excellent.
3. Stock
I fear the day I need to replace them.
And I never ever use the AVS either… There’s no point in running in Sport+ mode on a 210hp sedan…
I will probably just put regular shocks on it but it’s wrong as it should have the AVS shocks which I never ever use….
2. No, rides excellent.
3. Stock
I fear the day I need to replace them.
And I never ever use the AVS either… There’s no point in running in Sport+ mode on a 210hp sedan…
I will probably just put regular shocks on it but it’s wrong as it should have the AVS shocks which I never ever use….
#26
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (1)
1. 2012 GS250 non-F sport 122k km
2. No, rides excellent.
3. Stock
I fear the day I need to replace them.
And I never ever use the AVS either… There’s no point in running in Sport+ mode on a 210hp sedan…
I will probably just put regular shocks on it but it’s wrong as it should have the AVS shocks which I never ever use….
2. No, rides excellent.
3. Stock
I fear the day I need to replace them.
And I never ever use the AVS either… There’s no point in running in Sport+ mode on a 210hp sedan…
I will probably just put regular shocks on it but it’s wrong as it should have the AVS shocks which I never ever use….
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#27
Basically just making them stiffer in sport+…
#28
Lexus Test Driver
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#30
2013 GS350 "Lux" AVS
Approx 80,000 rears went ( first responder ..trunk loaded with Emergency SVS ****)
90,000. Front went. leaking
106,00 AAA service said all shot & Leaking
Replaced this weekend KYB's from Rock auto.. Less than $400.00 total
Approx 80,000 rears went ( first responder ..trunk loaded with Emergency SVS ****)
90,000. Front went. leaking
106,00 AAA service said all shot & Leaking
Replaced this weekend KYB's from Rock auto.. Less than $400.00 total