Lexus RC F recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Toyota Motor Corporation recalls 2015–2018 Lexus RC F, GS F, Lc500

Recall number

18V107000

Brand / firm

Lexus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 9,905 units

Why it was recalled

A cracked cover may leak fuel, which, 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 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps. Specific operating conditions may result in damage to the pulsation damper in one of the high pressure fuel pumps, possibly causing a fatigue crack in the fuel pump cover.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J2B and JLB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.