Safety Recall on 2007-2008 GS450h and LS600hl

On Tuesday, July 6, 2010, Lexus filed a Defect Information Report (DIR) with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) informing the agency of our intent to conduct a voluntary Safety Recall on the following Lexus models:

2006-2008 IS350
2007-2008 GS350 and GS450h; 2008 GS460
2007-2008 LS460 and LS460L; 2008 LS600h L

Condition

On certain Lexus GS, IS, and LS vehicles there is a possibility that the engine valve springs may develop a crack and break. A broken valve spring may result in abnormal engine noise, vibration, and/or power reduction. In the worst case, the engine may stall or not accelerate as quickly as anticipated.

Remedy

Lexus dealers will be requested to install newly designed valve springs at no charge to the vehicle owner, when parts are made available.