Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #09V020000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V020000 by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing. Includes 214,570 affected units, FUEL DELIVERY PIPE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 lexus is, my 2006-2007 gs and my 2007-2008 ls passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails. as this condition progresses, the engine malfunction indicator light may illuminate.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2009. owners may contact toyota/lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V020000

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Report Received Date: 2009-01-16T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel delivery pipe

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 214,570

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 9LA

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 lexus is, my 2006-2007 gs and my 2007-2008 ls passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails. as this condition progresses, the engine malfunction indicator light may illuminate.

Consequence Summary: Over time, the corrosion may create a pinhole resulting in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2009. owners may contact toyota/lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V020000

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