Lexus Australia has issued a recall affecting 7,015 examples of the second-generation IS sedan and convertible, following concerns about replacement passenger airbag inflators fitted during an earlier Takata recall.
The issue involves a desiccated, phase-stabilised ammonium nitrate propellant used in the front passenger airbag inflator. Lexus has found that the material may degrade over time, potentially affecting the inflator’s safety performance.
The recall covers IS250, IS250C, IS350 and IS F models manufactured between August 31, 2005 and December 25, 2012. Importantly, the issue is limited to the front passenger airbag and does not affect other airbags or Lexus model ranges.
Lexus says it has received no reports of related problems and owners can continue driving their vehicles. However, affected customers will need to arrange an appointment with an authorised dealer to have the inflator replaced free of charge.
The repair is expected to take around 4.5 hours, although the vehicle may need to stay at the dealership longer depending on its workload.
Source: Car Expert
