Three V8 Lexus Models Have Been Recalled Over Faulty Fuel Pumps

Lexus has recalled three V8-powered cars; the RC F, the GS F and the LC 500 over fuel pumps that could get damaged and start to leak
Three V8 Lexus Models Have Been Recalled Over Faulty Fuel Pumps

Lexus is recalling large numbers of V8-engined RC F, GS F and LC coupes over a risk of fire relating to a high-pressure fuel pump.

The cars affected are the 2015-2018 RC F, 2016-2018 GS F, and 2018 model-year LC 500. Each uses the same engine; Lexus’ 5.0-litre normally-aspirated V8 producing 471bhp. It’s not clear how many cars are affected but sales figures over the years suggest an overall five-figure number is most likely.

In the sadly V8-shy UK the effects are limited to 388 cars. Lexus GB has confirmed to us that the process of getting the cars fixed has already started.

Three V8 Lexus Models Have Been Recalled Over Faulty Fuel Pumps

In a statement Lexus confirmed the problem relates to one of the two high-pressure fuel pumps fitted to each car. Over time, the cover on one of them could “become damaged” and lead to a fuel leak, which then increases the risk of fire.

Lexus dealers will check all the affected cars and replace both fuel pumps with revised, improved ones at no cost. Owners in North America will be contacted by post starting in early April. In the meantime, if you smell a strong petrol smell beneath the bonnet, don’t drive the car again until it’s checked.

Three V8 Lexus Models Have Been Recalled Over Faulty Fuel Pumps

A similar recall has also been authorised for the US-spec Camry, where fuel hoses might not be connected properly, could work loose and cause a fuel leak. Again, remedies are offered free of charge.

To give credit where it’s due, Lexus has been totally up-front about the problem and is doing the right thing by customers. You can’t really say fairer than that.

Comments

Anonymous

BlackPanthaa watch out theo…
this could happen to your RC-F

02/15/2018 - 10:03 |
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Anonymous

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

He doesn’t use CT, I tweeted this article at him

02/15/2018 - 14:19 |
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BlackPanthaa

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

if i die in the next few weeks you know why LOL

02/15/2018 - 18:03 |
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Anonymous

Poor BlackPanthaa :(

02/15/2018 - 10:04 |
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Anonymous

This pumps me down

02/15/2018 - 10:09 |
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Erich Mohrmann

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

The news sprung a leak in my eyes

02/15/2018 - 10:47 |
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Joel Brennan

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Anymore puns? “The customers are going to really get fired up”.

02/15/2018 - 16:00 |
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Anonymous

On a side note, could Toyota not put the Lexus V8 in the new Supra?

02/15/2018 - 11:09 |
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Luke Wilson (BarbecuedPossum)

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Could = yes. Will = nope

02/15/2018 - 13:07 |
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Anonymous

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

or they could put the toyota/lotus supercharged V6 in it…

02/27/2018 - 12:33 |
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Dorkek
02/15/2018 - 11:23 |
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In reply to by Dorkek

You beat me to it

02/15/2018 - 11:37 |
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Mr.PurpleV12

Still one of the only brands I would buy new.

Love Lexus.

02/15/2018 - 11:58 |
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DriftMaster 1

Faulty fuel pump: Watch out Theo… YOU’RE NEXT
Theo:

02/15/2018 - 12:40 |
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*you’re

02/15/2018 - 13:11 |
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ThatMercFan🅱️oi (EDM ftw) (Likes Aventadors) (O

We must warn the mandem!

02/15/2018 - 13:57 |
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