Recall 09V-020
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2006 to 2007 Lexus GS and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 09V-020
- Reported
- January 16, 2009
- Vehicles affected
- 214,570 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota recall no. 9lacustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .