flowrider

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And here's more. I find this very interesting. Depending where you live, your F may not be part of the recall at all (at this time). Scroll down to the May 2016 Update and check out the map, then click on your zone:

http://www.toyota.com/recall/takata#...kataSafetyInfo

Now, it looks like all ISFs do indeed have the bad Takata passenger bags. The Lexus PN did not change from 2011 to 2012/2013. But, according to where you live (climate) and how old your F is the recall may not apply to you - YET

Ticking time bomb here. Takata may be bankrupt before this whole mess is over

Lou

tas02

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I believe my 2008 F has lived it's entire life in zone C (areas with lower temperature cycling and humidity).

Following a review of the link, it would appear that if you live in zone C, it's likely the problem may never be remedied.

Hopefully the front passenger air bag is an integral part of the dash.

Rickna

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I'm in zone C. Lookup says no open recalls-I guess for now...
And thanks Lou for the link!

imp0rted1

Hello All,


I received the letter from Lexus today stating that our IS-F's are included in the passenger side airbag inflator recall. It appears that the letter is preliminary until replacement parts are available. Lexus suggest is not to drive a passenger in the front seat?
When I purchased a sedan my intention was to drive clients around in this vehicle not to play taxi driver by having them sit in the back seat. Does anyone else feel that this is not a good temporary resolution of the matter?

redcrxsi

Dang didn't even realize the isf was included on this, looks like 2008-2011, which makes up the vast majority of folks on the forum.

blackisF08

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dealer told me that i was on the waiting list for it a couple weeks ago when i took my car in for some repairs

tas02

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There's already a lengthy thread in this forum.

flowrider

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Thread is here:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ag-recall.html

Lou

imp0rted1

thanks for the link Lou

any possibility for the dealer to give me a loaner until replacement parts come in? I cannot be driving business partners and clients around like a taxi because of this.

flowrider

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^^^^None what so ever. However, I wouldn't worry about it. It's more of an issue in warm humid climates. I see you're from Illinois, I would not think it's an issue there. The link contains a map with staggered recall states based on age of vehicle and climate. I believe that all ISFs up through 2014 models contain the defect air bags, but the powers that be don't consider them a problem until they age, and as I said depending on climate they age at different rates.

And, just my opinion, Takata could declare bankruptcy before this whole mess clears up. And believe me, this is a HUGE mess!!!!!

Lou

sedition

From the FAQ:

Q8: My vehicle is involved in this Safety Recall but the remedy is not yet available. Will Lexus provide a loaner vehicle until the remedy is available?
A8: Remember, this condition does not cause the front Passenger airbag to activate when it should not. To minimize risk, Lexus recommends that no passengers sit in the front passenger seat. If this recommendation is not feasible for the customer’s personal or business needs, alternative transportation may be made available.

Rickna

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Takata could very well go under. However, Lexus would still be responsible, and this complicates it even more.

MWIS350

Couple million Toyota and IS250/350 also have recall. I think it'll take them a while to get all airbags.

flowrider

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^^^^Don't forget the ES - That's involved too!

Lou

imp0rted1

thank you for this

I will give them a call today