2017 Lexus RX350

The defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

The risk

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · up to 1,525,742 vehicles across all model years covered

The defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

The risk

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · up to 1,830,752 vehicles across all model years covered

The defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.

The risk

A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

The remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · up to 6,046 vehicles across all model years covered

crash · towed · 2,900 miles

WHILE DRIVING HOME, I STOPPED THE CAR AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE DRIVE WAY AT THE MAIL BOX BY APPLYING BRAKE .THE CAR CAME TO A FULL STOP. I SHIFTED THE GEAR ( AUTOMATIC ) TO PARK TO GET OUT OF THE CAR TO PICK THE MAIL. AS SOON AS THE GEAR WAS IN PARK, THE CAR ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY, INSPITE OF HARD BREAKING. I COULD FEEL THE ABS SYSTEM BEING ACTIVATED BY THE WAY IT FEELS ON THE BREAK PEDAL. THE CAR HIT THE SIDE OF THE HOUSE AND STOPPED. THIS VEHICLE HAS BUILT IN PRE COLLISION SYSTEM. AFTER NOTIFYING THE INSURANCE COMPANY THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP WHERE IT IS BEING WORKED ON.

NHTSA complaint 10957869. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

25,800 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that upon a cold start, an abnormal knocking sound was coming from the right side of the engine without warning. The contact stated that the knocking noise became louder upon shifting gear but would cease once the engine was warmed up. The contact also noted that the brake pedal was firm while depressing the brake pedal. There was an unknown brake warning message displayed. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V211000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) which he linked to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed him that the vehicle was not under recall. The dealer provided an estimate …

NHTSA complaint 11513038, quoted in part. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

24,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal, without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the vacuum pump was defective and needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V211000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) which she linked to the failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was given a case manager. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000. The contact stated that the vacuum pump was replaced at their expense and is requesting a …

NHTSA complaint 11493410, quoted in part. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

58,910 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the glass sunroof suddenly exploded causing shards of glass to fall into the cabin of the vehicle onto the driver. The contact indicated that no object had struck the sunroof to cause the glass to shatter. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 58,190.

NHTSA complaint 11441907. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX350. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle would intermittently hesitate upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer where he was informed that the cause of the failure was related to defective fuel in fuel tank. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA complaint 11439100. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

19,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a strong chemical odor was detected coming from the cabin filter. The contact experienced severe headaches and a numbing, sour tongue sensation after the failure. The contact had replaced over 12 cabin filters and had the vehicle detailed where the interior cabin was shampooed and cleaned however, the failure recurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle was tampered with and to go through his insurance company for the repair costs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was …

NHTSA complaint 11438622, quoted in part. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

57,000 miles

I WHEN TO A CAR WASH FACILITY AND THE ICS SENSOR WHEN CRAZY!!! (FLASHING THE WARNING LIGHT). NOW MY CAR GIVING ME A ICS MALFUNCTION. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING DON'T WORK AND THE PARKING ASSISTANCE NEITHER. I BELIEVE THIS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM DUE SAME CAR MODEL AND YEAR EXPERIENCE THE SAME BUT IT HAS DIFFERENT VIN SO THERE IS NOT A RECALL FOR MY VIN.

NHTSA complaint 11406205. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.