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LEXUS Recall Check

Checking LEXUS Recall Notices When Buying a Used LEXUS Car

Purchasing a used LEXUS car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by LEXUS to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used LEXUS car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have LEXUS recalls for the models below.

Auris

Auris and Corolla.

AURIS TMUK

Avensis

Avensis Verso

AYGO

Bz4X

C-HR TMMT

CAMRY

COROLLA

COROLLA CROSS

Corolla Cross and NX

COROLLA TMUK

CT200h

GS and LS

GS250

GS350

GS3543/45H

GS450h

HIGHLANDER

HILUX

IS and RC

IS250 and GS300

IS350

IS350C

Land Cruiser

LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota)

Landcruiser

LC200

LC500/500H

LC500h

Lexus IS

Lexus SC430

LS500/500H

LS500H

LS600H

LX600

Matrix

MIRAI

Mutiple models

NX200

NX200t

NX200t and NX300h

NX300

NX300h

NX450h+

Picnic

Prius

Prius and RX450h

Prius and Prius PHV

PRIUS PHEV

Prius Plus

RAV4

RAV4 HEV

RAV4 PHEV

RAV4 PHV; Lexus: NX450h+

RC F

RX300

RX350

RX350/450H

RX350h

RX350L/450

RX400h

RX450h

RX450H (Lexus)

RX450h+

RX500h

RZ300e

RZ450e

SC430

Toyota: C-HR

Tundra

UX 300h

UX200

UX300e

Various models

Various models of GS

Verso-S

YARIS

Yaris and SC430

29/05/2015 - Lexus, Toyota
Corolla, Yaris, Avensis Verso, Avensis, Lexus SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The front passenger airbag inflators may have been assembled with defective propellant wafers. This could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.

Model Numbers:

Avensis Verso (ACM20, CLM20), Corolla (CDE120, NZE121, ZZE120, ZZE121, ZZE122, ZZE123), Yaris (KSP90, NLP10, NLP90, SCP10, SCP12, SCP90, ZSP90)

Production Dates:

Production year: 2003 - 2007.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/10/2014 - Lexus
Lexus IS, GS and LS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The gasket seated between the fuel pressure sensor and the duel pipe could become degraded. During vehicle operation, fuel could leak past the gasket. In the presence of an ignition source, this could increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

Model Numbers:

GS300, GS350, GS450h, GS460, IS250C, IS250, IS-F, LS460, LS460L, LS600h, LS600hL

Production Dates:

Production years: 2005 – 2010.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/10/2014 - Lexus
Lexus IS, GS and LS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

GS300, GS350, GS450h, GS460, IS250C, IS250, IS-F, LS460, LS460L, LS600h, LS600hL

Production Dates:

Production years: 2005 – 2010.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

03/10/2014 - Lexus
GS250

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Insufficient solder on a resistor in the brake pedal pressure sensor may give rise to a short-circuit. If this occurs, the vehicle may independently slow down to a moderate degree.

Model Numbers:

Type: S19(a) EC type-approval: e6*2001/116*0103/06

Production Dates:

Vehicles produced between 8.06.2012 and 26.12.2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2013 - Lexus
RX400h

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Check This Car for the following recall:

In limited instances, the fuse of the power supply circuit for the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) could blow, causing the hybrid system to shut down and resulting in the vehicle stopping while being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Model Numbers:

RX400h

Production Dates:

Year: 2005 - 2008.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Toyota, Lexus
Toyota Avensis, Yaris, Corolla and Lexus SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The front passenger airbag inflators could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers which could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in the event of a crash. This situation could increase the risk of injury to the occupant or lead to a fire in the interior compartment.

Model Numbers:

The recall concerns vehicles with the following production periods:AVENSIS: 21 August 2002 – 12 April 2003YARIS: 5 February 2001 – 25 October 2003COROLLA: 22 November 2000 – 11 .....

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Toyota, Lexus
Toyota Avensis, Yaris, Corolla and Lexus SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

The recall concerns vehicles with the following production periods:AVENSIS: 21 August 2002 – 12 April 2003YARIS: 5 February 2001 – 25 October 2003COROLLA: 22 November 2000 – 11 .....

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Toyota, Lexus
Toyota Avensis, Yaris, Corolla and Lexus SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

The recall concerns vehicles with the following production periods:AVENSIS: 21 August 2002 – 12 April 2003YARIS: 5 February 2001 – 25 October 2003COROLLA: 22 November 2000 – 11 .....

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

08/02/2013 - Lexus
IS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The wiper arm nuts on the front wipers may be insufficiently tight. If the movement of wipers is restricted by an external load, such as a build-up of heavy snow on the windscreen, the wiper motor torque may exceed the wiper arm slipping torque, and one, or both, of the wipers could become inoperative. If this occurs, driver visibility could be reduced, which could lead to an accident.

Model Numbers:

The recall concerns left hand drive vehicles. Year: 2005-2011. VINs are available in the attached document.

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

28/09/2012 - Lexus
GS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The possibilityexists that the tow ball (under severe stress condition) might develop a crack. This may result in the detachable tow ball fracturing. Fracture of the detachable tow ball could release objects on the road, causing a risk of an accident and injuries to passengers of other cars or pedestrians.

Model Numbers:

Model numbers, production periods and VIN ranges are given in the attached document.

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/11/2011 - Lexus

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a sudden increase in steering effort and lead to a road accident.

Model Numbers:

Model Code, VIN Range, Production Period:WMI VDS VIS RX300 MCU35 JTJ HF31U# 00026501-02006484 1 June 2004 to 31 March 2005.RX400h MHU38 JTJ HW31U# 00001030-00005147.24 Sep.....

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/11/2011 - Lexus

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a sudden increase in steering effort and lead to a road accident.

Model Numbers:

Model Code, VIN Range, Production Period:WMI VDS VIS RX300 MCU35 JTJ HF31U# 00026501-02006484 1 June 2004 to 31 March 2005.RX400h MHU38 JTJ HW31U# 00001030-00005147.24 Sep.....

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View