Lexus Lexus LS430 Recall R/2005/017: Engine May Stall, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 25 Apr 2005
- Launched
- 319
- vehicles in the UK
- SR60615
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Lexus recalled Lexus LS430 vehicles built between 29 July 2003 and 9 March 2004. The impeller of the fuel pump sited in the fuel tank may deform. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel pump with a modified part. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The impeller of the fuel pump sited in the fuel tank may deform. This condition could increase the rotational resistance of the impeller and in the worse case the fuel pump may lock which may in turn result in the engine stalling.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY STALL Defect: The impeller of the fuel pump sited in the fuel tank may deform. This condition could increase the rotational resistance of the impeller and in the worse case the fuel pump may lock which may in turn result in the engine stalling. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel pump with a modified part.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine may stall.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel pump with a modified part.
Are You Affected?
Lexus LS430 built between 29 July 2003 and 9 March 2004 may be included. Lexus estimates 319 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Lexus, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Lexus.
- Book with any franchised Lexus dealer, quoting the campaign code SR60615 or the DVSA reference R/2005/017. See how to get a Lexus recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus LS430Possible failure of parking brake | Urgent | R/2004/107 | |
| RX300Affected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | Urgent | R/2023/299 | |
| Lexus ES, Lexus LS500, Lexus LS500H, Lexus NX and 3 moreDue to the software programming for the DCM memory capacity there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable | Urgent | R/2023/280 | |
| Lexus GS F, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS300H, Lexus GS450H and 6 moreFuel tank vent tube assembly could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire | Urgent | R/2022/345 | |
| Lexus ES350, Lexus GS250, Lexus GS450, Lexus GS450H and 11 moreFuel pump impeller can crack and cause fuel pump to become inoprative | Urgent | R/2020/060 |
This is one of 42 Lexus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lexus recall launched before it was R/2004/199 on 15 Dec 2004, for possibility that the stop lamp could fail. The one launched after it was R/2006/065 on 14 Jun 2006, for front seat belt locking system may not release when activated. You can also see every Lexus recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/017, launched 25 April 2005. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.