Recall 16V053000 — AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER Defect in 2016-2016 LEXUS RX350
RECALL This recall affects up to 5,072 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V053000 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing |
| Vehicles Affected | 5,072 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
Safety Consequence
A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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