4GS Steering Recall
05-26-12, 02:21 AM
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4GS Steering Recall
Just in case you guys missed it, There is a recall for 4GS here is the link
https://www.clublexus.com/articles/g...eering-bug.php
https://www.clublexus.com/articles/g...eering-bug.php
Don't panic! The recall isn't over a catastrophic oversight, but a technical issue with the steering alignment. A bug could cause the steering wheel to be registered off-center after the car has been parked with the wheels turned. Of course, trying to drive off without knowing your steering wheel is misaligned could lead to accident, hence the recall.
Toyota will contact customers that might be affected by the problem. They'll be able to get it fixed for free in early June 2012. The full press release is below.
Washington, DC--(ENEWSPF)--May 24, 2012.
Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 Lexus GS350 vehicles, manufactured from December 12, 2011, through February 7, 2012. The steering control Electronic Control Unit (ECU) programming for the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system could cause the steering wheel to become off-centered when restarting immediately after the vehicle is parked with the steering wheel turned.
Consequence: If this occurs, the driver may not realize that the steering wheel is off-centered when pulling from a parked position, the vehicle could maneuver in an unexpected direction, resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will update the VGRS system free of charge. The Safety Recall is expected to begin in early June 2012. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes: Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Source: dot.gov
Toyota will contact customers that might be affected by the problem. They'll be able to get it fixed for free in early June 2012. The full press release is below.
Washington, DC--(ENEWSPF)--May 24, 2012.
Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 Lexus GS350 vehicles, manufactured from December 12, 2011, through February 7, 2012. The steering control Electronic Control Unit (ECU) programming for the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system could cause the steering wheel to become off-centered when restarting immediately after the vehicle is parked with the steering wheel turned.
Consequence: If this occurs, the driver may not realize that the steering wheel is off-centered when pulling from a parked position, the vehicle could maneuver in an unexpected direction, resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will update the VGRS system free of charge. The Safety Recall is expected to begin in early June 2012. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes: Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Source: dot.gov
05-26-12, 08:12 AM
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Mine was built 01/2012
I called the Lexus Customer Care number and they looked up my VIN (upper 2000's) and the lady said my car was not part of the 650 unit recall. I guess time will tell if I get a post card or not.
I called the Lexus Customer Care number and they looked up my VIN (upper 2000's) and the lady said my car was not part of the 650 unit recall. I guess time will tell if I get a post card or not.
05-26-12, 01:58 PM
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My F-Sport is being delivered later this week. The dealer assures me that they will check the VIN against their database and, if necessary, correct the problem before I take delivery.
05-26-12, 03:21 PM
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I have already finished with the recall service and they simply downloaded the program and re-flashed the ECU. My F-Sport did not have any issues before the recall and not notice any difference after the service.
05-26-12, 07:00 PM
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The last 4 of our VIN... are you below 1000 or above? I'm trying to figure out where the 650 recall comes in when I'm upper 2000 and built in Jan 2012 and they say its cars through Feb 2012.
05-26-12, 07:34 PM
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Isn't it RWD vehicles only?
05-27-12, 04:12 AM
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Yes.
Only RWD F-Sports have VGRS. AWD F-Sports and non F-Sports don't get VGRS.
Only RWD F-Sports have VGRS. AWD F-Sports and non F-Sports don't get VGRS.
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