was recalled on 22 September 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0594/06. Injuries risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of accident and injury because increasing the strength required to turn the steering wheel increases the strength needed to control the direction of the vehicle, which may lead the driver to lose control of the car while it is moving.
| Alert Number | 0594/06 |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | GS 300, GS 430 |
| Published | 22 September 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of accident and injury because increasing the strength required to turn the steering wheel increases the strength needed to control the direction of the vehicle, which may lead the driver to lose control of the car while it is moving. Since the permanent magnets are not properly attached to the power steering rotor, the engine gradually loses its torque when the steering wheel is turned full lock.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger saloon car “Lexus” The chassis numbers of the affected vehicles are as follows: From JTHB496S#05002387 to JTHBH96S#05005181 and from JTHBN96S#05001123 to JTHBN96N#05002300, with # representing any number for zero to nine. Date of production: between February and March 2005.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.