NHTSA Recall 18V432000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system) and delivery (fuel system)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 114,998 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Lexus GS 350.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V432000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | JLF |
| Components | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | June 26, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 23, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V432000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lexus GS 350 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Lexus GS Hybrid | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Lexus IS 350 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Lexus IS 350C | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.