Interior Discoloring - anyone else?

[1stLexus]

Getting all,
While I've had similar issues with my '24 GX 550 Lux + with a number of you (squeaking breaks that were replaced, clunky tranny - dealer said it was normal, and removing the factory roof rack due to noise) I noticed 3 months ago that the interior vinyl/plastic cladding on the back of the front passenger seat is turning color - see pic. At first I thought it was just the way the sun was filtering in, but numerous people have confirmed the discoloring. I sent pics to my dealer in February, they forwarded to their warranty person, heard nothing for 2 months. Just inquired again, dealer said I need to now bring it in so it can be inspected - basically to prove I didn't cause the problem. I purchased the car new from my local dealer in May '24, it has a whopping 5,700 miles, never been off road, sits in the garage, no kids, I've had people in the back seat maybe 5 times, and all adults. No use of any type of product on the interior of car.

Anyone have a similar issue? I just notice the driver side is beginning to have the same issue. My first Lexus, probably my last. Thanks

 

[munkeeboi]

that looks like discoloration due to rubbing or scuffing. Not doubting your story, but very odd and I'd be interested in what the dealer has to say. It looks like the toe of an old leather sneaker.

Do you keep boxes or packages in the back area?

 

[kscarrol]

I've had similar discoloration on my BMW and I found it was from the sunscreen I wear while playing golf. Any chance your riders in the back had some sunscreen on their legs?

 

[ilumo]

Sunscreen. Or ashy skin I’ve seen that happen as well.

 

[1stLexus]

Regarding sunscreen, good thought, but not a chance. Hardly anything/anyone is in the back seats.