NHTSA recall 21V043000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Lexus RX350
Reported Feb 3, 20211,081 vehicles affectedToyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingMaker’s number 21LA01
The defect
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."
The risk
During a rear-end crash, the transport hook can damage the fuel filler pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.