Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and
— Recall Campaign #16V053000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,072 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V053000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 01, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V053000 |
| Units affected: | 5,072 |
- Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
- Consequeces:
- A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.