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RECALL INFORMATION

All current Lexus recall campaigns are precautionary. In normal circumstances we would look to complete any outstanding recall immediately. At this time we must follow Government advice so this is not possible. Once this period ends, we will invite you to have the work completed. You should remain confident to drive your Lexus, however, if you would like to discuss this please contact your Lexus center.

Takata Airbag Safety Recall

Your vehicle may be fitted with a faulty Takata driver airbag, which is an issue that affects a number of manufacturers. The safe service life of this airbag has long expired and may pose a serious risk. During a frontal collision, the driver airbag inflator can rupture, causing severe injury or death.

 

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Use our Recall Checker Tools

Note there are two seperate recall checkers, one for European vehicles and one for world wide imports to check Takata airbags, or simply contact your local Lexus retailer and they will assist you
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Book an appointment

If the tool identifies your vehicle is subject to a Takata Airbag campaign contact your local retailer to arrange replacement of your airbag, free of charge.
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Complete

Once the work is completed, you can drive away safe in the knowledge that the recall work has been completed to the highest standard.

About the Takata Airbag Recall Campaign

The Takata Airbag Recall Campaign is one of the largest automotive safety recalls in history, affecting millions of vehicles across numerous manufacturers worldwide.

The recall was initiated after it was identified that certain Takata airbag inflators could deteriorate over time, particularly following prolonged exposure to heat and humidity.

This deterioration can cause excessive pressure during airbag deployment, potentially resulting in the inflator rupturing and projecting metal fragments into the vehicle cabin, creating a risk of serious injury or death.

Vehicle manufacturers have therefore undertaken extensive recall campaigns to identify affected vehicles and replace the relevant airbag inflators free of charge.

Use our recall-checking tools using a vehicle's registration or VIN. Please note for imported vehicles, the VIN must be used, or simply contact your local Lexus retailer and they will assist you.

Affected vehicles should have outstanding recall work completed through an authorised repairer. 

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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to get in touch with your local retailer. 

We are here to help and would be happy to check your vehicle information to ensure it is not one of the models affected by the airbag recall. 

You can find your local retailer here using our interactive map. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can use the recall checkers on this page. Use the European recall checker if your vehicle was purchased through a Lexus retailer. If you are unsure if your vehicle was imported, please check using both recall checkers.

 

Disclaimer: The Takata VIN-checker does not store or record any data, including any photographs or the entered VIN number. It simply checks whether a vehicle is subject to an outstanding Takata airbag recall, based on the global VIN list.

 

If scanning your VIN, click the highlighted blue box containing the VIN number and check it correctly recorded in the search box.

 

If the result is green, the vehicle has either already been repaired or is not affected by the Takata airbag recall.

 

If the result is red, one or both front Takata airbags should be replaced immediately.

In most modern Lexus vehicles, you can find your VIN number on the dashboard, near the windshield on the driver's side. It may also be found on the driver's side door jamb or within the engine bay. 

 

If you are unsure, please contact your local Lexus Retailer. Find your local Lexus retailer here. 

The affected vehicles are equipped with Takata driver/and or passenger airbag(s) that contain a PSAN (phase-stabilised ammonium nitrate) gas generator without desiccant. According to Takata’s reports, a vehicle safety-related defect can occur in the airbags due to degradation of the gas generator (the airbag’s propulsion product) in the event of an accident.

 

What is the inflation device?

 

The inflation device is located within the airbag. It contains a solid gas generator (the airbag propulsion product) that ignites if an airbag deployment is required. When ignited, the fuel expands into an inert gas, inflating the airbag.

Only vehicles equipped with Takata driver and/or passenger airbag(s) that contain a PSAN (stabilised phase ammonium nitrate) gas generator without desiccant or of the Takata NADI type installed between 1997 and mid-1999 are concerned.

 

We invite you to check if your vehicle appears in the VIN checker (Opens in new window), which lists all the vehicles concerned*. If your vehicle does not appear on it, your vehicle is not affected.

 

  • The list contains the models marketed in Europe and indicates the production period, which may differ from the actual sales and registration periods.
  • Depending on the production plant and destination, the model and type of airbag installed may vary.
  • The list shows the model and the number of airbags remaining to be processed as part of the Takata recall.
  • Please use the VIN checker to check whether or not your vehicle is affected by the Takata PSAN and NADI recalls.

  • Retrieve your chassis number / VIN (17 characters)

  • Enter your VIN in our online tool(Opens in new window).

  • Contact your Lexus retailer to check and make an appointment as soon as possible.

In general, the intervention is relatively quick (often less than half a day) as long as the replacement part is available. The actual time taken may vary based on vehicle model, your local retailer will advise at time of booking.

Replacement of Takata Air Bags is 100% provided by the manufacturer. No charge to the customer.

If your vehicle is affected, there is a serious risk to your safety, and that of your passengers in the even of a collision. We encourage all Lexus owners to check their vehicles for this outstanding campaign and seek repair as soon as possible if you are affected.

The campaign specifically targets certain types of Takata inflators (including desiccant-free ammonium nitrate inflators). Not all airbags are concerned, but identification by manufacture/VIN remains mandatory.

 

You should not assume your vehicle is unaffected/repaired. Please take immediate action to check your vehicle remains safe to drive.

If you have any questions, concerns or want support to check your vehicle please contact your local Lexus retailer. 

You can find your local retailer here. 

Make an appointment as soon as possible with your authorised workshop - Airbag replacement is free of charge.

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