Recall 05V-565: 2006 Lexus IS 250

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Dec 19, 2005, covering about 3,567 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-565
Report date
Dec 19, 2005
Vehicles affected
3,567
Owners notified
Dec 27, 2005

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility that the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in the partially depressed position due to inadequate clearance between the accelerator pedal linkage and a plastic pad embedded into the vehicle's carpet.

The risk

This condition may interfere with the accelerator pedal returning to the idle position, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the clearance of the acceleration pedal and carpet, replace the pedal assembly with a revised assembly, and modify the carpet free of charge. The recall began on december 27, 2005. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Notes

Lexus recall no. 5lc.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V565000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lexus IS 2502006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-565?

On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility that the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in the partially depressed position due to inadequate clearance between the accelerator pedal linkage and a plastic pad embedded into the vehicle's carpet.

How is recall 05V-565 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the clearance of the acceleration pedal and carpet, replace the pedal assembly with a revised assembly, and modify the carpet free of charge. The recall began on december 27, 2005. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.