Lexus Recalls HS 250h, Halts Sales
Toyota’s luxury division Lexus is recalling its first hybrid-only model, the HS 250h, due to a problem with its fuel system.
During an impact that involves the car rotating 90 degrees, an excessive amount of fuel can leak out and, if ignited, result in a fire.
Toyota filed the recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today, and Toyota released a statement saying it will halt sales of the vehicle until a remedy is found. There has been no word on whether the company will provide loaner vehicles to owners, and currently it seems that it is for 2010 model year vehicles, potentially 17,000 cars in all.
Owners can call Lexus at 800-255-3987 or NHTSA’s hot line at 888-327-4236.
