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February 3, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V043000
Transport Hook May Damage Fuel Filler Pipe
During a rear-end crash, the transport hook can damage the fuel filler pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V043
Manufacturer Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,081
Summary
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus RX350 and 2021 RX350 vehicles. The transport hook may not have been removed prior to sale. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, “Fuel System Integrity.”
Remedy
Lexus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, remove the rear transport hook, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus’ number for this recall is 21LA01.
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.