2015–2018 Lexus LC500, RC F, GS F recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V107000
- Reported
- February 14, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Part
- Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
- Vehicles affected
- About 9,905
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps. Specific operating conditions may result in damage to the pulsation damper in one of the high pressure fuel pumps, possibly causing a fatigue crack in the fuel pump cover.
Safety risk
A cracked cover may leak fuel, which, 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 high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J2B and JLB.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- Lexus GS F: 2016, 2017, 2018
- Lexus LC500: 2018
- Lexus RC F: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Lexus GS F (2016, 2017, 2018); Lexus LC500 (2018); Lexus RC F (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A cracked cover may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J2B and JLB.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.