Toyota recalls LS, other models for valve spring replacement
07-02-10, 11:56 PM
#31
http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/l...ll-161319.aspx
or just wait for the letter.
Lexus will send owners of the involved vehicles a recall notification via first class mail. Owners are requested to contact their local Lexus dealer for diagnosis and repair after receiving their notification.
07-03-10, 07:44 AM
#32
pretty small number of potential clients at risk, it will be interesting to see how large the pool is of 07 and 08 owners that receive a recall
Lexus estimates that the likelihood of a customer vehicle experiencing this condition is two-tenths of one percent (0.2 %). Lexus has received no reports of accidents or injuries related to this condition. No vehicles from the current 2010 model year nor 2009 are affected
Lexus estimates that the likelihood of a customer vehicle experiencing this condition is two-tenths of one percent (0.2 %). Lexus has received no reports of accidents or injuries related to this condition. No vehicles from the current 2010 model year nor 2009 are affected
07-03-10, 08:45 AM
#33
We all know that there is a concern that a certain production batch (i.e. late 07 - early 08) is more likely to be affected. Their statement says that some 07 & 08 cars were affected by the problem, but which production group is more likely to be affected? They aren't telling us. They might have included all the Lexus & Toyota cars produced in the period 06 - 08 in their pool which adds to the inaccuracy of the number they are giving us.
Bottom line is that we need hard facts. We want VIN ranges, Lexus. Hope you are listening.
The news is very frustrating and their slow response has added to the worries.
07-03-10, 09:50 AM
#34
slow response? the news came out on thurs and friday they say letters going out next week, that's slow?
i can definitely understand why they are not just saying which vin are affected and do letters instead. given how much people like to panic, if they post too much information online, they are just going to get even more questions in return
i can definitely understand why they are not just saying which vin are affected and do letters instead. given how much people like to panic, if they post too much information online, they are just going to get even more questions in return
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07-03-10, 12:07 PM
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Everybody blames toyota for all there recalls. Nothing is ever said about the outside source that makes the parts for them. Did toyota make the valve springs or was it sourced outside the company? Just like the gas pedals, the failed ones were not made by toyota. I still would drive any of my toyota products anywhere and not worry about failures. Stuff happens.
07-03-10, 01:36 PM
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Everybody blames toyota for all there recalls. Nothing is ever said about the outside source that makes the parts for them. Did toyota make the valve springs or was it sourced outside the company? Just like the gas pedals, the failed ones were not made by toyota. I still would drive any of my toyota products anywhere and not worry about failures. Stuff happens.
whether toyota make it in-house or not, it's their problem. they have everything to do with it
07-03-10, 04:23 PM
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Lexus may recall certain 2007/2008 LS 460s?
I experienced a Lexus LS430 recall (several years back) for transmission and fuel pump replacement. They did not tear the old transmission down and try to fix it or replace the defective part. Lexus replaced all the old transmissions with new ones (about 14,000 of them). At the same time they replaced the fuel pump that may not have been compatible with ethynol fuel. The provided loaner vehicle, did all the work in one day, filled the empty tank with gas. A month later I received a $200 Chevron Credit Card/Gift Card expressing Lexus's apoligies and hope that I was not inconvienced too much for the replacements. Evidently, a plastic part in the park mechanism had failed in some transmissions and Lexus decided to replace them all. I have had other minor problems fixed to my satisfaction, e.g. Leather seat had some cracks in it after about one year, carpets did not fit perfectly, so they replaced them all. A/C had a problem with an internal door, so they took out the dash and replaced the defective parts. I have the fullest confidence in Lexus and my dealer. Automobiles are machines and are not perfect, even tho Lexus has achieved a near perfect status in thier operation and in their advertisements. Give them a chance to make the recall and then deal with it.....................................
07-03-10, 05:33 PM
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07-03-10, 06:24 PM
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i am sorry but that doesn't make toyota look any better. they spec'd the parts, they signed off on the parts, they bought the parts. of course they are responsible. i have mentioned in the other thread. if you go to mcdonald's and get a bad burger, do you talk to them about the patty, or do you call up the meat company that supplies it?
whether toyota make it in-house or not, it's their problem. they have everything to do with it
whether toyota make it in-house or not, it's their problem. they have everything to do with it
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07-03-10, 07:30 PM
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A least Toyota is fixing there problems. Many automakers have PREMATURE transmission and engine failures and do nothing about it. Be glad it will be fixed. It is a big job for the Lexus techs out there, so give them some respect for what they do. They will take care of your car.
i have gs350 and i am not worried a bit about it at all. i mean, what's the big deal, first of all it's 0.2%, second worst come to worst, my car stalls. to be honest i am very happy about the way toyota handles it already. some don't understand what's involved in all the study and confirmations needed. look at recalls from other companies and people will know toyota's response is nothing less than slow (the only slow one i call is the gas pedal mess. the fastest one? gx460 vsc system)
but my point was that who actually makes the springs doesn't matter at all, and i don't see it as an excuse for anything
and yes, i came from acura tl back in 02, i know very well about their tranny woe
07-03-10, 08:28 PM
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This is way overblown because it's now cool to spank Toyota. As posted here, I also had an LS430 with the tranny and fuel pump recall. No big deal...the fixed it and that was the end of it. The LS460 Is probably the overall best mass produced car ever made. Schadenfraude by those who don't have one. If you don't know the word, look it up. It's what the media is feeding on here.
07-04-10, 02:41 PM
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This is way overblown because it's now cool to spank Toyota. As posted here, I also had an LS430 with the tranny and fuel pump recall. No big deal...the fixed it and that was the end of it. The LS460 Is probably the overall best mass produced car ever made. Schadenfraude by those who don't have one. If you don't know the word, look it up. It's what the media is feeding on here.
By the way if you want to use a big fancy word make sure to spell it correctly
07-04-10, 03:43 PM
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I DID spell it wrong! SCHADENFRAUDE is the right way. Oops!