2007 Lexus Ls Recall Information and Defects
The 2007 Lexus Ls has 1 active safety recalls issued by the NHTSA and Toyota Motor Corporation. These critical defects primarily concern engine and engine cooling. Review the full details below, including NHTSA and Manufacturer Campaign numbers.
Quick Jump to Recalls (1 Defects)
Defect #1: Engine And Engine Cooling Malfunction (MFR Campaign: 9LA)
NHTSA ID: 09V020000 | MFR Campaign Number: 9LA
Posted on: 2009-01-16
Description
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.
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.
Corrective Action
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
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
safercar.gov>http://www.
safercar.gov
