Passenger car RX
Passenger car RX was recalled on 11 March 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0216/11. Injuries risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a risk of injuries because on the affected vehicles, if the forward retention clip, used to secure the floor carpet cover located in front of the centre console, is not installed properly, the cover may lean sideways and interfere with the accelerator pedal.
| Alert Number | 0216/11 |
| Brand | Lexus |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | RX300, RX330, RX350 and RX400h. Years: 2003 – 2006; left hand drive models. VIN range of affected vehicles is <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2011-w10/2011-w10_10-vins.pdf">at..... |
| Published | 11 March 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because on the affected vehicles, if the forward retention clip, used to secure the floor carpet cover located in front of the centre console, is not installed properly, the cover may lean sideways and interfere with the accelerator pedal. If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position when returning to the idle position.
Product Description
Passenger car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car RX.
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.