IS
IS was recalled on 8 February 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0166/13. Injuries risk reported by Portugal. The wiper arm nuts on the front wipers may be insufficiently tight.
| Alert Number | A12/0166/13 |
| Brand | Lexus |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | The recall concerns left hand drive vehicles. Year: 2005-2011. VINs are available in the <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2013-w5/2013-w5_37-vins.pdf">attached document</a>. |
| Published | 8 February 2013 |
Risk Description
The wiper arm nuts on the front wipers may be insufficiently tight. If the movement of wipers is restricted by an external load, such as a build-up of heavy snow on the windscreen, the wiper motor torque may exceed the wiper arm slipping torque, and one, or both, of the wipers could become inoperative. If this occurs, driver visibility could be reduced, which could lead to an accident.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to IS.
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.