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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V053000

2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid | 2016 Lexus Rx350 — Air bags: knee bolster

Published February 1, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 1, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V053000, published February 1, 2016. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid | 2016 Lexus Rx350 — Air bags: knee bolster.

What's the hazard

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.

What to do

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.

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Recall details

Brand
LEXUS
Model
RX HYBRID
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Lot
2016 LEXUS RX HYBRID | 2016 LEXUS RX350
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Lexus Rx Hybrid | 2016 Lexus Rx350 — Air bags: knee bolster recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V053000 on February 1, 2016. Reported hazard: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.

What should I do if I have this product?

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is GLA.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LEXUS. Model: RX HYBRID.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)