NHTSA Recall 09V020000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V020000; Date: Jan. 16, 2009
Over time, the corrosion may create a pinhole resulting in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Lexus GS; 2007 Lexus GS; 2006 Lexus IS; 2007 Lexus IS; 2008 Lexus IS; 2007 Lexus LS; 2008 Lexus LS
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 214,570
Recall Summary:
Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 Lexus is, my 2006-2007 GS and my 2007-2008 LS passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). Ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails. As this condition progresses, the engine malfunction indicator light may illuminate.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners may contact Toyota/Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Recall Notes:
Toyota recall no. 9lacustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 16, 2009
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