Lexus IS: Technical Service Bulletins and Recalls
Thanks to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), people can notify the organization of potential recalls. Check out this list of Lexus recalls to see if your IS needs work.
This article applies to the Lexus IS (2005-2013).
Traffic fatalities are the leading cause of death in Americans under the age of 34. While many fatalities are the result of negligence and/or collisions, some are the result of a flaw in the vehicle. In an attempt to decrease fatalities and promote safer roadways, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) passed The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, a safety law that can be found under U.S.C. Chapter 301. If a defect in equipment is discovered in any specific make and model auto, a recall is issued to alert the general public of possible safety risks. In the case of a recall issue, the manufacturer must offer the purchaser one of the following three things: repair, replacement, or refund.
Lexus Recalls
| Year | Recall |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Air bag is susceptible to internal shorting |
| 2006-2011 | Loose variable valve timing; Non-tight wiper arm nut with the potential to malfunction |
| 2006-2010 | Pedal entrapment; Floor mat slides into the accelerator pedal |
| 2006-2009 | Insufficient tightening of fuel pressure sensor |
| 2006-2008 | Foreign contamination of valve springs causing the engine to stop while the vehicle is on |
| 2006 | Blake fluid leaking from the brake master cylinder |
Technical Service Bulletin (TSB)
A Bulletin, also referred to as a Technical Service Bulletin or TSB, is a general advisory issued to the customer by the manufacturer. If the manufacturer is made aware of a common or recurring default, they may issue a bulletin with detailed instructions on ways to avoid or solve the problem. Unlike recalls, these bulletins may not necessarily pertain specifically to safety issues. Bulletins discuss a wide variety of possible and common complications.
Tips for Drivers
- Lexus inspects vehicles for recalled defects at no charge.
- It is recommended that you wait or confirm if your vehicle has been fixed if it is a pre-owned vehicle or if it needs to be fixed.
- For the seat belt recall, dealers have encouraged drivers to release the seat belt slowly to reduce the chance of it getting jammed.
- Owners must call their local dealership and expect between 1 1/2 to 2 weeks for parts to arrive.
- Request a loner car if repairs are scheduled to take longer than desired.
- To find the year of manufacture, a label can be found at the bottom of the pillar on the driver's door.
Related Discussion and Site
- Automotive Recalls - Alldatadiy.com
- Recalls Forum - ClubLexus.com
