Recall 16V053000: 2016 Lexus RX350, 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 1, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 5,072
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
The risk
A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Lexus RX350
- 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V053000
- Manufacturer campaign
- GLA
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Owner letters
- Mar 7, 2016
- Components
- Air bags:knee bolster (Airbags)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology