Recall 18V-432: 2007–2011 Lexus GS 350, 2007–2011 Lexus GS Hybrid and 2 more
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jun 26, 2018, covering about 114,998 vehicles.
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V432000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus GS 350 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Lexus GS Hybrid | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Lexus IS 350 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Lexus IS 350C | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | 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 18V-432?
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.
How is recall 18V-432 fixed?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.
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.