Lexus product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 26, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2006–2014 Lexus — 4 models

Recall number

18V432000

Brand / firm

Lexus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 114,998 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.