Recall 09V020000: 2006–2008 Lexus IS and 2 other models

Report received

Jan 16, 2009

Manufacturer

Toyota motor north america, inc.

Potentially affected

214,570vehicles

Model years

2006–2008

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

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.

Possible consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

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

• 2006 Lexus GS44 complaints
• 2007 Lexus GS25 complaints
• 2006 Lexus IS143 complaints
• 2007 Lexus IS122 complaints
• 2008 Lexus IS102 complaints
• 2007 Lexus LS45 complaints
• 2008 Lexus LS43 complaints