The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 lexus gx460 passenger vehicles manufactured from november 16, 2009 through april 8, 2010. If the vehicle is driven through a sharp turn at high speed, the vehicle may skid in a sideways direction.
The risk
Under certain conditions the vehicle could roll over and a crash could occur.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by reprogramming the vehicle stability control free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Contacts
Toyota recall no. Alb. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Lexus dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 10V159000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.