Lexus Lexus Gs-f, Lexus Rc-f, LEXUS LC500 recall: Fuel may leak
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Under certain operating conditions resonance caused by fuel pressure could damage the pulsation damper in either of the high pressure fuel pumps. This damage can lead to abnormal noise/vibration and over time can cause the pump cover to develop a fatigue crack and fuel may…
- What to do
- Contact a Lexus dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the high pressure fuel pumps with a nev version.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Under certain operating conditions resonance caused by fuel pressure could damage the pulsation damper in either of the high pressure fuel pumps. This damage can lead to abnormal noise/vibration and over time can cause the pump cover to develop a fatigue crack and fuel may leak.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the high pressure fuel pumps with a nev version.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus Gs-f | 24 Jul 2015 | 1 Dec 2017 | 393 |
| Lexus Rc-f | 6 Jun 2014 | 4 Dec 2017 | 393 |
| LEXUS LC500 | 27 Oct 2016 | 30 Nov 2017 | 393 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 April 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.