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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V218📅 May 21, 2010

2009–2010 Lexus LS460 & 2009–2010 Lexus LS460L + 2 more recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 lexus LS460 and LS600 vehicles manufactured from august 20, 2009 through may 13, 2010. A programming change of the steering control ECU for the variable gear ratio steering (vgrs) system CAN cause improper activation of the steering system protection logic designed to protect the system when larger than normal steering inputs are applied at a fully turned position.

💥 The risk

Improper activation of the steering system protection logic CAN cause the steering wheel to become off-centered up to 90 degrees. This may occur after the driver has fully turned the steering wheel in one direction then quickly attempts to turn it back to the center position. Should this occur while driving, the risk of a crash is increased.

🔧 The fix

Toyota will notify owners and lexus dealers will replace the steering control ECU free of charge. The safety recall began on july 12, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
10V218000
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
3,800
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-331-4331
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 12, 2010
Built
Nov 18, 2009 – May 13, 2010
Recall started by
MFR
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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 10V218 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 10V218?

2009–2010 Lexus LS460 & 2009–2010 Lexus LS460L + 2 more. 3,800 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Lexus dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-331-4331.