Recall 07V545000: 2006 Lexus GS and 1 other model

Report received

Nov 28, 2007

Manufacturer

Toyota motor north america, inc.

Potentially affected

34,343vehicles

Model years

2006

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain vehicles, high stress areas may have been created in two specific fuel pipes located in the engine compartment. Combined with other factors such as the presence of corrosive agents in fuel, a crack may form over time leading to fuel leakage from the fuel line(s).

Possible consequence

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the two involved fuel lines with newly designed lines free of charge. The recall began on december 15, 2007. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2006 Lexus GS44 complaints
• 2006 Lexus IS143 complaints