Recall 10V-309: 2007–2008 Lexus GS 350, 2007–2008 Lexus GS450H and 5 more
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 6, 2010, covering about 138,874 vehicles.
The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 lexus passenger cars manufactured from august 26, 2005 through august 4, 2008. Micro-foreign objects in the material of the valve spring may degrade the strength of the valve spring, possibly causing the spring to break.
The risk
The engine could fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2010. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Toyota recall no. Ale.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V309000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus GS 350 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Lexus GS450H | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Lexus GS460 | 2008 | All years |
| Lexus IS 350 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Lexus LS460 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Lexus LS460L | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Lexus LS600HL | 2008 | All 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 10V-309?
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 lexus passenger cars manufactured from august 26, 2005 through august 4, 2008. Micro-foreign objects in the material of the valve spring may degrade the strength of the valve spring, possibly causing the spring to break.
How is recall 10V-309 fixed?
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2010. 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.