RC F - Fuel Vent tube recall.

[RadicalCoupe-Fuji]

I got a letter from Lexus about replacing the fuel vent tube. Anyone know how long this will take to replace & is it urgent?

[johnatg]

I received one too - for my GS300h. I've posted a pic of the removal procedure on the GS300 etc forum. It's pretty easily accessible under the boot floor - I think it shouldn't take more than 1/2 hour and you get a free vehicle health check too. I'm booked in at Lexus Stockport for March 20th.

It's for a potential crack in the flange where the vent tube attaches to the tank. I suppose if your car is affected, it's urgent. But probably it isn't (affected or urgent).

They're starting the job in mid-Feb when I guess they hope parts will be available. They did book me in for Feb but now they've moved it to March.

[Pielight]

Just received a one for my GSF.

 

[RadicalCoupe-Fuji]

Well if it can wait until July when it goes for its service, that would be nicer than making a special trip.

[Duggie B]

Can we take it for red that all those affected will be notified by post 🙄

[RadicalCoupe-Fuji]

I would assume that you would have to have registered the car with lexus in some way.

 

 

 

 

[Duggie B]

The recall is done in conjunction with the DVLA as they have the records off all affected cars registered to owners.

 

[johnatg]

Which means you can look on the Mot check site. Outstanding recalls are listed there.

[Duggie B]

Lexus would still be the ones to issue recall letter, indeed the letter also has a section to return if the recipient of the letter has sold on the car in question and is no longer the keeper.

[F.A.]

Mine arrived last week. 

[hockeyedwards]

Must take longer for it to reach the south, nothing on my end 😛

[DamianLEX]

I received one for 2015 is250 but nothing for F yet and the guy from Lexus Cardiff said I must wait for recall letter to book an appointment:/

[BillNick]

I have read elsewhere that 2018+ models do not need the recall

[DAW]

My recall letter came through yesterday, but already had it booked in for the work with my service at the end of next month thanks to the heads up from this thread - so many thanks👍🏻

[Rob RCF]

I got mine a few days ago. Booked in for next month.

[hockeyedwards]

4 hours ago, Rob RCF said:

I got mine a few days ago. Booked in for next month.

Where is mineeeee, I want a recall letterrrrr, no fairrrr 🤣

[Rob RCF]

13 hours ago, hockeyedwards said:

Where is mineeeee, I want a recall letterrrrr, no fairrrr 🤣

Maybe yours isn't affected? Try checking here: https://www.check-mot.service.gov.uk/

[LenT]

On 1/25/2023 at 4:38 PM, RadicalCoupe-Fuji said:

I got a letter from Lexus about replacing the fuel vent tube. Anyone know how long this will take to replace & is it urgent?

I discovered that my IS250 was scheduled for this recall while checking my car with the DVLA.  The Dealer confirmed it but apparently there was a problem getting the part.  Which is why I hadn’t had an advisory letter.

It seems that this is regarded as a very low risk failure.

Anyway, it was booked in for its annual MOT and Service this month.  So rather than continue to wait for the part, they replaced the tank - so they assured me!

They have provided written confirmation and it’s now recorded in the car’s Lexus history.

[hockeyedwards]

1 hour ago, Rob RCF said:

Maybe yours isn't affected? Try checking here: https://www.check-mot.service.gov.uk/

I've checked before, recall has been issued, just no letter for me 😞

[Jgtcracer]

18 hours ago, hockeyedwards said:

Where is mineeeee, I want a recall letterrrrr, no fairrrr 🤣

Newcastle have told me my car is in the recall and Ive not had a letter yet, so I'm sure they will turn up eventually.

[mr2lad]

Just got my letter on recall this morning… no rush but will get it booked in end of spring into summertime.. 

 

[HallifordMan]

Just checked the MOT website and the recall was noted yesterday for my 2016 RCF.

[MNMJ]

7 hours ago, HallifordMan said:

Just checked the MOT website and the recall was noted yesterday for my 2016 RCF.

Me too.

I expect the letter will be along...some time

 

[BillNick]

Popped into Lexus Sidcup just now (was passing).

Booked in for the recall 15th Feb.

I am however anticipating a call about no parts given comments above - perhaps not.

I will keep you posted.

[Pielight]

Had both letter and an email. 

Rang Lexus Cambridge who said part is on back order for at least a month. 

Told them I'm over 40 miles away so not in a

hurry and would rather wait until it's in for a service in late July anyway.

Tbh they couldn't get me off the phone quick in enough...maybe too late in the day (4.55pm) when I rang. 😂