REC-003347

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0 LEXUS IS250

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited

Recall date: 1 February 2011

Defect

Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to the engine fuel delivery pipe with Nickel Phosphorus plating, there is a possibility that, over time, the pressure sensor could loosen.

Hazard

Fuel could leak past a gasket used in the connection between the sensor and pipe and through the threaded portion of the sensor.

Remedy

All owners of affected vehicles will receive a Recall Notification Letter. Owners are advised to contact their authorised Toyota Dealership for inspection and retightening of the fuel pressure sensor, and if the fuel is leaking, replacement of the fuel pressure sensor gasket with a new one. This will be performed at no cost to the vehicle owners.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003347