recall information
Recall number
REC-005002
Campaign number
WGG70
Original published date
make and model information
Make
LEXUS
Model
CT200h
Variants
Luxury, Sports Luxury
Year range
2020
Affected units
2
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing issue the resin weld between the fuel tank and fuel tank inlet pipe could peel off. This may lead to a fuel leak when the tank is full or being refuelled. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may cause a vehicle fire.
If this was to occur, vehicle occupants may identify a fuel odour when driving.
If this was to occur, vehicle occupants may identify a fuel odour when driving.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicle have been contacted by TMCA and vehicles are grounded at Lexus Dealers. The rectification involves the replacement of the fuel tank and is free of charge.
Supplier details
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Lexus Customer Assistant Centre
Contact phone
1800 023 009
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
