NHTSA Recall 11V029000: Delivery (fuel system)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 244,779 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lexus GS.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V029000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | January 26, 2011 |
| Owner notification | March 7, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 lexus is and model year 2006-2007 lexus gs vehicles. 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.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
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 replaced with a new one, and the sensor will be tightened with the proper torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V029000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.