Lexus Lexus Ct2000h: Possibility Of A Fuel Leak

Lexus is recalling 791 CT200H vehicles in the United Kingdom because the fuel tank and fuel inlet pipe may have been misaligned during manufacturing, creating a weak weld that could allow fuel to leak. The affected vehicles will have their fuel tank replaced with a correctly manufactured one. This is classified as a Class I recall, which indicates a serious safety issue.

Recalling firm
LEXUS
Product
Vehicles: LEXUS LEXUS CT2000H. Units affected: 791
Reason
There is a possibility that the resin weld between the fuel tank and the fuel inlet pipe may be insufficient because the fuel tank and fuel inlet pipe were misaligned during the manufacturing process. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the fuel tank with a correctly manufactured version.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-01-22
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6d192909-9056-4566-9eb4-f8211fd32e3d