Toyota Recalls Lexus Vehicles Over Faulty Valve Spring Issue
Toyota's Lexus has discovered faulty valve springs in some V8 and V6 engines in certain Lexus models sold in the U.S. Toyota says some foreign material may have contaminated the valve springs during the manufacturing process, which could result in potential breakage. Toyota says there is a remote possibility that abnormal engine noise or idling may occur. Toyota says the engine could also potentially stop while the vehicle is in operating in extremely rare instances. No injuries or accidents have been reported due to the issue.
Approximately 137,000 vehicles are potentially affected in the U.S., including the IS 350, GS 350, GS 460, GS 450h, LS 460, LS 600h L. Current model years are not affected. Lexus says it will announce an appropriate remedy as soon as possible.
"In the meantime, we sincerely apologize to our customers for any inconvenience and request that they contact their nearest Lexus dealer if they believe there is a problem with their vehicle," said Mark Templin, group vice president and general manager of the U.S. Lexus Division.
