Frameless window rattle on door opening
09-19-21, 10:39 PM
#1
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Frameless window rattle on door opening
2019 build, 2020 model year RCF.
Had my passenger side window regulator changed due to frameless window shaking and making a rattling noise when door opened.
Tech initially trialled silicon and I tried ‘gummi-pfledge’ but window wasn’t sticking to rubber as was thought initially.
The process of replacement of the regulator damaged the window seal, door gasket and plastic on the door card trim all of which were replaced and the door card plastic repaired.
Now my driver’s door window is doing the same thing. Dreading thought of bringing in to dealer. Although not keen on having window sound like a 1980’s KIA each time door opened.
Is this a common problem or just bad luck?
Had my passenger side window regulator changed due to frameless window shaking and making a rattling noise when door opened.
Tech initially trialled silicon and I tried ‘gummi-pfledge’ but window wasn’t sticking to rubber as was thought initially.
The process of replacement of the regulator damaged the window seal, door gasket and plastic on the door card trim all of which were replaced and the door card plastic repaired.
Now my driver’s door window is doing the same thing. Dreading thought of bringing in to dealer. Although not keen on having window sound like a 1980’s KIA each time door opened.
Is this a common problem or just bad luck?
09-19-21, 10:43 PM
#2
Lexus Test Driver
Definitely not normal. No such issues with mine.
09-22-21, 10:23 AM
#3
2019 build, 2020 model year RCF.
Had my passenger side window regulator changed due to frameless window shaking and making a rattling noise when door opened.
Tech initially trialled silicon and I tried ‘gummi-pfledge’ but window wasn’t sticking to rubber as was thought initially.
The process of replacement of the regulator damaged the window seal, door gasket and plastic on the door card trim all of which were replaced and the door card plastic repaired.
Now my driver’s door window is doing the same thing. Dreading thought of bringing in to dealer. Although not keen on having window sound like a 1980’s KIA each time door opened.
Is this a common problem or just bad luck?
Had my passenger side window regulator changed due to frameless window shaking and making a rattling noise when door opened.
Tech initially trialled silicon and I tried ‘gummi-pfledge’ but window wasn’t sticking to rubber as was thought initially.
The process of replacement of the regulator damaged the window seal, door gasket and plastic on the door card trim all of which were replaced and the door card plastic repaired.
Now my driver’s door window is doing the same thing. Dreading thought of bringing in to dealer. Although not keen on having window sound like a 1980’s KIA each time door opened.
Is this a common problem or just bad luck?
I think may RCF owners do not notice it because they may think its part of the design. RCF owners should compare the two doors, and with other luxury vehicles and they will hear it.
09-22-21, 03:18 PM
#4
Lexus Test Driver
No such issue with mine. Just thump of the door handle followed by window auto down noise. No rattle or any other noise. I can make a video if it helps
Hello. Yes I can validate your complaint. I have the exact same issue on the Driver side. Purchased my 2016 in nov 2016. Started to notice the rattle in 2019. Whilst pulling on the door latch to open the door the window will autodown to unlock from its seal and rattle (violently for lexus standards). You can also see the glass shaking ever so slightly. I also noticed the silicon bead streak on the outside of the glass. I got the dealer to work on it b4 warranty expired in 2020. Not sure if what adjustments was made, but now I noticed the window does not seal 100% as I can hear whistling wind noise when it is windy outside (very annoying when driving on freeway) and not acceptable for a 90k vehicle. I did inform my service dept that this issues is not resolved, but my current service advisor kinda blew me off .... but I will be escalating it when time permits.
I think may RCF owners do not notice it because they may think its part of the design. RCF owners should compare the two doors, and with other luxury vehicles and they will hear it.
I think may RCF owners do not notice it because they may think its part of the design. RCF owners should compare the two doors, and with other luxury vehicles and they will hear it.
Last edited by 05RollaXRS; 09-22-21 at 04:12 PM.
09-23-21, 12:42 AM
#5
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Common problem on the frameless windows on BMW coupes. Removing the door cards and tightening the window frame bolts is a relatively straight forward DIY process on the BMWs.
Unfortunately, the repair in the RCF is much more difficult and for some reason requires a new window regulator.
The silly over engineering of European models and their silly niggling problems is why I switched to Lexus in the first place.
Unfortunately, the repair in the RCF is much more difficult and for some reason requires a new window regulator.
The silly over engineering of European models and their silly niggling problems is why I switched to Lexus in the first place.
10-16-21, 01:09 AM
#6
Lexus Test Driver
As promised, I made a video of me opening and closing the door several times. Just a solid/rigid 'thump' and nothing else.
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10-26-21, 11:55 PM
#8
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Returned from dealer for driver’s side window rattle on opening door.
Window guide tightened and a felt strip placed on metal rail bracing glass. Rattle gone.
Will see if the problem returns as the passenger side window with the same problem required a new window regulator.
2 different dealers two different approaches for the same apparent problem.
Interesting that service guy mentioned no more V8’s in future. Twin turbo 3.5 V6 will be the performance leader in future.
Window guide tightened and a felt strip placed on metal rail bracing glass. Rattle gone.
Will see if the problem returns as the passenger side window with the same problem required a new window regulator.
2 different dealers two different approaches for the same apparent problem.
Interesting that service guy mentioned no more V8’s in future. Twin turbo 3.5 V6 will be the performance leader in future.
10-27-21, 06:31 AM
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10-27-21, 06:32 AM
#10
Lexus Test Driver
12-17-21, 05:47 PM
#11
The wireless charger does not work with iPhone12 onwards. This is because of the inbuilt magnets in the phone that causes the charger to switch off. It thinks there is a metallic object, so it turns off as a safety feature. This manifests itself when the led continuously flashes orange 3 times.
I have tried the same with an iphone11 and other android phones with no issues.
Unfortunately given the fact Lexus uses shared components across it's models, this affects the entire range.
I have tried the same with an iphone11 and other android phones with no issues.
Unfortunately given the fact Lexus uses shared components across it's models, this affects the entire range.
03-20-22, 01:50 AM
#13
Now that I have had the car for a couple weeks here is my list:
(1). Passenger seat is as hard *** a rock; I have ordered a cushion from Amazon.
(2). Fuel door seems flimsy compared to German cars. For example: It’s easier to just let the cap dangle vs fight putting it in the holder while getting gas.
(3). Hood release and closing the hood feels awkward / flimsy compared to German cars. For example: I was expecting the weight of the hood to be enough to allow it to close instead I have to figure out how much force to close the hood with hoping not to over do it. Plus the latch itself feels a lil flimsy.
(1). Passenger seat is as hard *** a rock; I have ordered a cushion from Amazon.
(2). Fuel door seems flimsy compared to German cars. For example: It’s easier to just let the cap dangle vs fight putting it in the holder while getting gas.
(3). Hood release and closing the hood feels awkward / flimsy compared to German cars. For example: I was expecting the weight of the hood to be enough to allow it to close instead I have to figure out how much force to close the hood with hoping not to over do it. Plus the latch itself feels a lil flimsy.
03-20-22, 08:40 AM
#14
Lexus Test Driver
Now that I have had the car for a couple weeks here is my list:
(3). Hood release and closing the hood feels awkward / flimsy compared to German cars. For example: I was expecting the weight of the hood to be enough to allow it to close instead I have to figure out how much force to close the hood with hoping not to over do it. Plus the latch itself feels a lil flimsy.
(3). Hood release and closing the hood feels awkward / flimsy compared to German cars. For example: I was expecting the weight of the hood to be enough to allow it to close instead I have to figure out how much force to close the hood with hoping not to over do it. Plus the latch itself feels a lil flimsy.
Last edited by 05RollaXRS; 03-20-22 at 09:28 AM.
