Q1: What is the condition?
A1: The fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment of the subject vehicles were manufactured with Nickel Phosphate plating to protect against corrosion. Some of the pipes could have been produced with plating particles on the gasket seating surface where the fuel pressure sensor is installed. In this condition, the sealing property of the gasket seated in between the pressure sensor and the pipe could become degraded. During vehicle operation, fuel could leak past the gasket.
Q2: Are there any warnings that this condition exists?
A2: There are no advanced warnings prior to the existence of this condition. However, if the condition is present, occupants may notice a persistent fuel odor while driving or immediately after operating the vehicle.
Q3: Which and how many vehicles are involved?
A3: There are 72 vehicles involved in Saudi Arabia.
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Model Name
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Model Year
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LS 600h
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2008 - 2010
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Q4: Are there any other Toyota or Lexus vehicles covered by this Safety Recall?
A4: No. There are no other Toyota or Lexus models covered by this Safety Recall/SSC.
Q5: What is ALJ going to do?
A5: ALJ will send an owner notification advising owners to make an appointment with his authorized Lexus dealer .The remedy will involve replacement of the gasket and repairing the fuel delivery pipe at No Charge to you.
Q6: How long will the repair take?
A6: The remedy of fuel delivery pipe will take approximately 3 hours(GR engine) / 4 hours(UR engine). However, depending upon the dealer’s work schedule, it may be necessary to make the vehicle available for a longer period of time.
Q7: What if an owner has additional questions or concerns?
A7: Owners with questions or concerns are asked to please contact their local Lexus dealer for diagnosis, and if applicable, repair.
