2010 LC200 Hatch Problem

[Mwburns]

A buddy of mines 2010 hatch release button is only working intermittently. The button on the exterior handle has been replaced but still needs to be pressed 15-30 times before it will release.
Has anyone has this issue?
Is there a portion of the wiring harness that can be replaced in the hatch?
Any ideas?
Thanks!

 

[elcie200]

Could this be related to the car sensing the key fob? Maybe change the key fob battery or hold the key in different spots to see if it makes a difference.