Recall 10V218000: 2009–2010 Lexus LS460 and 3 other models

Report received

May 21, 2010

Manufacturer

Toyota motor north america, inc.

Potentially affected

3,800vehicles

Model years

2009–2010

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 certain model year 2009 and 2010 lexus ls460 and ls600 vehicles manufactured from august 20, 2009 through may 13, 2010. A programming change of the steering control ecu for the variable gear ratio steering (vgrs) system can cause improper activation of the steering system protection logic designed to protect the system when larger than normal steering inputs are applied at a fully turned position.

Possible consequence

Improper activation of the steering system protection logic can cause the steering wheel to become off-centered up to 90 degrees. This may occur after the driver has fully turned the steering wheel in one direction then quickly attempts to turn it back to the center position. Should this occur while driving, the risk of a crash is increased.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners and lexus dealers will replace the steering control ecu free of charge. The safety recall began on july 12, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Affected model years

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

• 2009 Lexus LS46010 complaints
• 2010 Lexus LS46017 complaints
• 2009 Lexus LS460L1 complaints
• 2010 Lexus LS460L7 complaints
• 2010 Lexus LS600H0 complaints
• 2010 Lexus LS600HL0 complaints