Inflator gas may leak from driver's knee air bag
Defect Summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 lexus rx350 and rx450h vehicles manufactured november 16, 2015, to december 23, 2015. due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
Safety Consequence
A defective inflator may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the knee air bag assembly, free of charge. the recall began march 7, 2016. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. toyota's number for this recall is gla.
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FAQ: Recall 16V053000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V053000?
NHTSA recall 16V053000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on February 1, 2016. It addresses: Inflator gas may leak from driver's knee air bag. The recall affects approximately 5,072 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V053000 or the manufacturer campaign number GLA. 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.