Large Recall NHTSA · 09V020000 Reported January 16, 2009

Fuel delivery pipe

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · N/A · 214,570 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V020000
Manufacturer Campaign
9LA
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
214,570
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 16, 2009

Defect Summary

Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 lexus is, my 2006-2007 gs and my 2007-2008 ls passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails. as this condition progresses, the engine malfunction indicator light may illuminate.

Safety Consequence

Over time, the corrosion may create a pinhole resulting in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2009. owners may contact toyota/lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference recall ID 09V020000 or campaign 9LA.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V020000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V020000?

NHTSA recall 09V020000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on January 16, 2009. It addresses: Fuel delivery pipe. The recall affects approximately 214,570 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V020000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9LA. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.