recall information
Recall number
REC-006779
Campaign number
6GG99
Original published date
make and model information
Make
LEXUS
Model
Lexus IS250 (GSE20R), IS350 (GSE21R), IS-F (USE20R)
Variants
IS250 (GSE20R), IS250C (GSE20R), IS350 (GSE21R), IS-F (USE20R)
Year range
2005 - 2012
Affected units
7,015
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The subject vehicles are equipped with certain Takata front passenger air bag inflators as original equipment or a replacement part under a prior recall which contain a desiccated, phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant.
What are the hazards?
Continued prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling may cause the inflator to degrade.
This recall is initiated as a proactive measure. Based on the investigation of recovered parts, no degradation of the propellant has been currently identified.
This recall is initiated as a proactive measure. Based on the investigation of recovered parts, no degradation of the propellant has been currently identified.
What should consumers do?
Lexus will contact affected owners with an interim notification advising of this safety recall. Once parts become available, Lexus will again contact affected owners requesting them to make an appointment at their preferred Lexus dealer for rectification, free of charge.
To find a local dealer, visit https://www.lexus.com.au/contact/find-a-dealer
For further information, consumers can contact their preferred Lexus dealer or contact the Lexus Customer Assistance Centre on 1800 023 009 (Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm AEST).
To find a local dealer, visit https://www.lexus.com.au/contact/find-a-dealer
For further information, consumers can contact their preferred Lexus dealer or contact the Lexus Customer Assistance Centre on 1800 023 009 (Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm AEST).
Supplier details
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Lexus Customer Assistance Centre
Contact phone
1800 023 009
Contact email
enquiries@lexusenquiries.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
