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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.

Avensis

Avensis Verso

AYGO

Bz4X

C-HR TMMT

CAMRY

COROLLA

COROLLA CROSS

Corolla Cross and NX

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

SC430

Toyota: C-HR

Tundra

UX 300h

UX200

UX300e

Various models

Various models of GS

Verso-S

YARIS

Yaris and SC430

21/02/2020 - Lexus, Toyota
RAV4, HIGHLANDER, LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota), RX350, RX450H (Lexus)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to defective material used, moisture can enter the heating element of the washer jets. This can result in a short circuit and consequent overheating, increasing the risk of the vehicle catching fire.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e6*2007/46*0166, e1*2007/46*0231 (Toyota), e6*2007/46*0163 (Lexus) , Types: XA4 (EU, M), J15TM TMG (Toyota), AL2 (EU, M) (Lexus)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 2015 and February 2018.

Recall Code:

19SMD-121

For more information and see the full recall View

21/02/2020 - Lexus, Toyota
RAV4, HIGHLANDER, LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota), RX350, RX450H (Lexus)

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Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e6*2007/46*0166, e1*2007/46*0231 (Toyota), e6*2007/46*0163 (Lexus) , Types: XA4 (EU, M), J15TM TMG (Toyota), AL2 (EU, M) (Lexus)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 2015 and February 2018.

Recall Code:

19SMD-121

For more information and see the full recall View

21/02/2020 - Lexus, Toyota
RAV4, HIGHLANDER, LAND CRUISER PRADO (Toyota), RX350, RX450H (Lexus)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e6*2007/46*0166, e1*2007/46*0231 (Toyota), e6*2007/46*0163 (Lexus) , Types: XA4 (EU, M), J15TM TMG (Toyota), AL2 (EU, M) (Lexus)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 2015 and February 2018.

Recall Code:

19SMD-121

For more information and see the full recall View

01/11/2019 - Lexus
CT200h

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to an error in the manufacturing process, micro-cracks may develop on the plating of the damper rod on the rear door, allowing the gas charged in the damper to leak. If a sufficient amount of gas leaks, the damper may fail to keep the back door open, increasing the risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e6*2007/46*0334; model code: ZWA10

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 29 January and 7 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/10/2019 - Toyota, Lexus
Matrix, SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The gas generator of the passenger airbag may be defective. This may result in uncontrolled inflation and the release of metal fragments when the airbag is activated, causing injuries to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: individual approval

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 6 January 2002 and 13 December 2007.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/10/2019 - Toyota, Lexus
Matrix, SC430

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Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: individual approval

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 6 January 2002 and 13 December 2007.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The ammonium nitrate propellant used in the airbag inflator may degrade over time due to propellant degradation occurring after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures and high-temperature cycling. In the event of an airbag being deployed, the excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

e11*98/14*0181, e11*2001/116*0181), Yaris (e11*2001/116*0248, e11*2001/116*0249, e6*98/14*0064, e6*2001/116*0064, e2*98/14*0248, e2*2001/116*0248), SC430 (e6*98/14*0084, e6*2001/116*0084), type approval number: Avensis (e11*2001/116*0196), Avensis Verso (e6*98/14*0083, e6*2001/116*0083), Corolla (e11*98/14*0179, e11*2001/116*0179, e11*98/14*0180, e11*2001/116*0180,

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Toyota and Lexus
Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, Yaris and SC430

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Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2001 and 2011.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Toyota, Lexus
Various models

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The brake booster pump motor may stop working due to a defective plastic brush holder. As a result, the braking assistance could be lost completely after several attempts to apply the brake pedal. A sudden and complete loss of braking assistance while driving could increase the vehicle stopping distance and may increase the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e6*2007/46*0322*00, e6*2007/46*0289*01, e9*2007/46*0340, e6*2007/46*0250*01, e6*2007/46*0263*01; model year: 2019;, model codes: Camry (AXVH71), RAV4 (AXAH52, AXAH54), Prius (ZVW50, ZVW55), Prius PHV (ZVW52), ES300h (AXZH10), UX250h (MZAH10, MZAH15), LC500h (GWZ100), LC500 (URZ100) and LS500/500h (GVF55);

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 26 April 2019 and 6 June 2019.

Recall Code:

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31/05/2019 - Toyota, Lexus
Auris, Yaris, IS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The gas generator on the driver side frontal airbag may be defective. Metal fragments can be released when the airbag is activated, causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e11*2001/116*0305*, e11*2007/46*0152*, e11*2001/116*0206*; types: E15UT(a), XP13M(a), XE2(a)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 2010 and December 2017.

Recall Code:

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