Lemon Law for California

Build Dates: August 20, 2009 - May 13, 2010
Vehicle Make/Model: LEXUS LS460, LEXUS LS460L, LEXUS LS600H, LEXUS LS600HL
Model Years: 2009-2010, 2009-2010, 2010, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V218000
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3800

Summary:
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 Lexus LS460 and LS600 vehicles manufactured from August 20, 2009 through May 13, 2010. A programming change of the steering control ECU for the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system can cause improper activation of the steering system protection logic designed to protect the system when larger than normal steering inputs are applied at a fully turned position.

Consequence:
Improper activation of the steering system protection logic can cause the steering wheel to become off-centered up to 90 degrees. This may occur after the driver has fully turned the steering wheel in one direction then quickly attempts to turn it back to the center position. Should this occur while driving, the risk of a crash is increased.

Remedy:
Toyota will notify owners and Lexus dealers will replace the steering control ECU free of charge. Toyota has not determined when the safety recall is expected to begin.

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