A number of Lexus fashions recalled | CarExpert

Lexus Australia is recalling 14,301 examples of its GS, GS F, IS, RC, and RC F automobiles because the gas tank vent tube meeting might crack and trigger a gas leak, which will increase the danger of a automobile fireplace.

This recall impacts GS, GS F, IS, RC and RC F automobiles produced between January 2012 and August 2018.

“As a result of design of the flange, there’s a chance {that a} stress associated crack might develop on the outside floor of the flange,” stated the corporate in its recall discover.

“The crack might develop over time and, relying on the scale of the crack, might finally enable gas to leak from the crack.

“Relying on the quantity of gas that escapes from the crack, and whether it is within the presence of an ignition supply, this might improve the danger of a automobile fireplace.”

• A complete of 14,301 automobiles are affected
• The recall impacts automobiles produced between January 2012 and August 2018
• Lexus’ VIN checklist and recall discover are connected right here

In case you personal an affected automobile, you’ll must ebook in an appointment to have the gas tank vent tube meeting changed, freed from cost.

Lexus says that the job will take roughly two hours to finish, however this is dependent upon the seller’s work schedule.

When you’ve got any questions you possibly can name the Lexus Buyer Help Centre from Monday to Friday at 8AM to 6PM AEDT on 1800 023 009.

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