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NHTSARecalled Feb 3, 2021 · #21V043000

Transport Hook May Damage Fuel Filler Pipe

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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." During a rear-end crash, the transport hook can damage the fuel filler pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Transport Hook May Damage Fuel Filler Pipe
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice