115,000 Lexus convertibles and sedans have been recalled by Toyota in the U.S. due to the risk that a fuel leak may lead to a fire.
About the Recalled Lexus Fire Recall
According to Consumer Reports, owners of the IS and GS will be notified in August of the fire risk, and that their cars have been recalled. The recall applies specifically to those IS and GS models which have a six-cylinder engine.
A seal may harden a crack over time in the fuel-injection system, which allows gasoline to leak. According to Toyota, such a leak near an ignition sources can cause a fire.
The problem can remedied by bringing the car to a Lexus dealer, where the fuel delivery pipe will be replaced at no cost to the customer.
Cars Included in the Lexus Recall
The following vehicles are affected by the Lexus recall:
- 2006-2013 Lexus IS 350
- 2010-2014 Lexus IS 350C
- 2007-2011 Lexus GS 350
- 2077-2011 Lexus GS 450h
Contact an Experienced Vehicle Recall Attorney
Drivers have enough to worry about while traversing the roadways on a daily basis. When a person gets behind the wheel of a car, there is a reasonable expectation that the car is going to perform in a matter that would not put the operator’s life in jeopardy. Unfortunately there are hundreds of vehicle recalls each year due to manufacturer defects, from the tires to the ignition switches, that can cause catastrophic injuries and in some cases death. If you or a loved one have been injured due to a defective part in a vehicle, contact Thomas J. Henry.
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