Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h
— Recall Campaign #18V432000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 114,998 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V432000
| Manufacturer: | Toyota Motor Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 26, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V432000 |
| Units affected: | 114,998 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.