TOYOTA Lexus RX300 and Lexus RX400h (MZ Engine) Recall
Steering may be affected
TOYOTA announced a problem with the Lexus RX300 and Lexus RX400h (MZ Engine) affecting a total of 4,153 vehicles.
Due to a none conformance to specification, the front crankshaft pulley inner and outer rubber mounted section may separate. If the separation occurs noise will become apparent, the ignition warning lamp may illuminate and, in the worst case, the power steering drive belt may detach from the pulley which will result in the driver having to significantly increase their effort to steer the vehicle, especially at low speed. Vehicles built from 06/01/2004 to 03/31/2005 are at risk.
The following remedial action is necessary to address this problem. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the crankshaft pulley.
If you think that your vehicle may be affected by this recall you should
find your nearest TOYOTA dealer
who will be able to confirm whether or not your car is safe and arrange its free repair if necessary.
Source: UK Government's Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).
