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2006 Lexus GsComponentAir Bags Consequence of Defecton certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which is used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper air bag deployment. in this condition, the expansion force of the gas may be insufficient to properly inflate the air bag when the srs system is activated during a crash. Corrective Actionthis may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash. Recall Notesdealers will replace the specific srs air bag. the recall began on april 6, 2006. owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371, scion at 1-866-548-1851, or lexus at 1-800-255-3987. 2006 Lexus GsComponentFuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings Consequence of Defecton certain vehicles, high stress areas may have been created in two specific fuel pipes located in the engine compartment. combined with other factors such as the presence of corrosive agents in fuel, a crack may form over time leading to fuel leakage from the fuel line(s). Corrective Actionfuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Recall Notesdealers will replace the two involved fuel lines with newly designed lines free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during december 2007. owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987. 2006 Lexus GsComponentSeat Belts:Front Consequence of Defecton certain passenger vehicles, if the front seat belt retractors (both driver and front passenger) become locked, they may not release due to a component of the emergency locking system. if the seat belt is locked in this condition, the occupant may not be able to properly fasten the seat belt. Corrective Actionan occupant not properly wearing a seat belt may have an increased risk of injury during a crash. Recall Notesdealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies. the recall began on april 21, 2006. owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987. |