Lexus Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS460, Lexus LS460 And 2 More Recall R/2010/084: Engine May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 2 Aug 2010
- Launched
- 3,238
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2010/084
- DVSA reference
Lexus recalled Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS460, Lexus LS460 and 2 more vehicles built between 7 February 2006 and 25 September 2008. One or more engine cylinder valve springs may fail which will cause abnormal noise and rough engine performance. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the valve springs. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
One or more engine cylinder valve springs may fail which will cause abnormal noise and rough engine performance. In the worst case it is possible for the engine to fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY FAIL Defect: One or more engine cylinder valve springs may fail which will cause abnormal noise and rough engine performance. In the worst case it is possible for the engine to fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the valve springs.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause abnormal noise and rough engine performance.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the valve springs.
Are You Affected?
Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS460, Lexus LS460 and 2 more built between 7 February 2006 and 25 September 2008 may be included. Lexus estimates 3,238 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 DVSA reference R/2010/084. 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 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 | |
| Lexus GS 450H, Lexus GS300, Lexus GS350, Lexus GS460 and 6 moreRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2014/135 | |
| Lexus LS460, Lexus LS600HSteering control ECU | Urgent | R/2010/055 | |
| Lexus NXCertain spot welds might be missing | Book soon | R/2022/109 | |
| Lexus CT2000HThe gas in the back door damper stay may leak | Book soon | R/2019/350 |
This is one of 42 Lexus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lexus recall launched before it was R/2010/055 on 26 May 2010, for steering control ECU. The one launched after it was R/2010/169 on 8 Nov 2010, for engine may stall or will not restart. You can also see every Lexus recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/084, launched 2 August 2010. 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.