NHTSA recall 11V029000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Toyota Motor Corporation
Details
What's wrong: Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to an engine fuel delivery pipe with nickel phosphorus plating, there is a possibility that, over time, the pressure sensor could loosen. If loosening occurs, fuel could leak past a gasket used in the connection between the sensor and the pipe and through the threaded portion of the sensor.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect for fuel leakage from the threaded portion of the fuel pressure sensor and if a fuel leak is not confirmed, dealers will further tighten the fuel pressure sensor with the proper torque. If a fuel leak is confirmed, the gasket between the sensor and the fuel deliver pipe will be…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2006 Lexus Gs, 2007 Lexus Gs, 2006 Lexus Is, 2007 Lexus Is, 2008 Lexus Is, 2009 Lexus Is.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 11V029000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.