recall information
Recall number
REC-000835
PRA number
2016/15178
Campaign number
CGG01
Original published date
make and model information
Make
LEXUS
Model
LX 470
Affected units
1,496
What are the defects?
Due to improper programming in the airbag control module initialisation sequence, there is a possibility that, under certain conditions shortly after startup, the Curtain Shield Airbags could activate when not necessary.
What are the hazards?
Unexpected activation of the Curtain Shield Airbags could increase the risk of injury to the occupants and pose a potential accident hazard.
What should consumers do?
Owners are advised not to drive the vehicle until the SRS airbag warning light turns off (approx 4 seconds after ignition on) to ensure airbag initialisation is complete.
Owners of involved vehicles will be notified by mail.
Owners of involved vehicles will be notified by mail.
Supplier details
Lexus Australia
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
