Lexus Lexus IS250 Recall R/2011/006: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 17 Feb 2011
- Launched
- 3,146
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2011/006
- DVSA reference
Lexus recalled Lexus IS250 vehicles built between 31 August 2007 and 3 February 2009. Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to the engine fuel delivery pipe there is a possibility that over time the pressure sensor could loosen. The dealer will check and retighten the fuel pressure sensor to the specified torque setting replacing the gasket if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to the engine fuel delivery pipe there is a possibility that over time the pressure sensor could loosen. If loosening occurs fuel could leak past the gasket used in the connection between the sensor and pipe and through the threaded portion of the sensor.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to the engine fuel delivery pipe there is a possibility that over time the pressure sensor could loosen. If loosening occurs fuel could leak past the gasket used in the connection between the sensor and pipe and through the threaded portion of the sensor. Remedy: Check and retighten the fuel pressure sensor to the specified torque setting replacing the gasket if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fuel may leak.
The Fix
The dealer will check and retighten the fuel pressure sensor to the specified torque setting replacing the gasket if necessary.
Are You Affected?
Lexus IS250 built between 31 August 2007 and 3 February 2009 may be included. Lexus estimates 3,146 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/2011/006. 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 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 GS 450H, Lexus GS300, Lexus GS350, Lexus GS460 and 6 moreRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2014/135 | |
| Lexus IS220D, Lexus IS250Front wiper may become inoperative | Book soon | R/2013/015 | |
| Lexus GS300, Lexus IS220D, Lexus IS250, Lexus RX300Brake master cylinder may fail | Urgent | R/2010/170 | |
| Lexus GS300, Lexus IS250Fuel may leak | Urgent | R/2007/175 |
This is one of 42 Lexus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lexus recall launched before it was R/2010/170 on 8 Nov 2010, for brake master cylinder may fail. The one launched after it was R/2011/076 on 5 Aug 2011, for vehicle may loose power. You can also see every Lexus recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/006, launched 17 February 2011. 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.