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Lexus gasoline fuel system recalls involving pump failures and fire
Fuel-pump failure and engine stalling recur in three Lexus notices, dated January 2020, November 2020 and April 2026. The two 2020 notices include multiple Lexus models, with 2018-2019 ES350, LS500, LX570 and RX350L vehicles appearing in both supplied vehicle lists. The November notice also expressly covers 2018-2020 ES350 vehicles. The 2026 notice identifies low-pressure fuel-pump failure in certain 2015-2022 RC, 2016-2020 GS and 2022 IS vehicles. A separate notice covers certain 2019 and 2021 RX350 vehicles with a transport hook that may remain installed. That hook can damage the fuel filler pipe during a rear-end crash, creating a fire risk.
Warning signs to watch for
- January 13, 2020 fuel-pump recall: Fuel-pump failure can cause the engine to stall while driving.
- November 4, 2020 fuel-pump recall: Fuel-pump failure can cause the engine to stall while driving.
- April 8, 2026 RC/GS/IS fuel-pump recall: Fuel-pump failure can cause an engine stall.
Can you keep driving? What the notices say
The January 2020 and November 2020 fuel-pump notices describe engine stalling while driving and an increased crash risk. The April 2026 RC/GS/IS fuel-pump notice also describes an engine-stall crash risk. The RX350 transport-hook notice describes possible fuel filler pipe damage and fire during a rear-end crash. Each of these notices does not tell owners to stop driving. None of the four carries a park-outside instruction, and the supplied notices provide no additional driving instruction to repeat for these recalls.
What the free repair involves
For the January 2020 recall, dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge. The November 2020 recall specifies replacement with an improved fuel pump assembly, also free. The April 2026 recall specifies free fuel pump assembly replacement. For RX350 recall 21LA01, dealers inspect and remove the rear transport hook as necessary, free of charge.
Severity at a glance
| Severity | Recalls |
|---|---|
| critical | 1 |
| high | 3 |
Models affected most
Where owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most
NHTSA owner complaints filed under fuel system, gasoline for the Lexus models and years in this guide. Complaints are unverified reports and are not limited to the recalled defects.
| Vehicle | Fuel system, gasoline complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 Lexus RX350 | 31 |
| 2019 Lexus NX300 | 18 |
| 2019 Lexus RX350L | 11 |
| 2018 Lexus NX300 | 10 |
| 2018 Lexus RX350 | 8 |
| 2019 Lexus GX460 | 3 |
| 2018 Lexus RX350L | 2 |
| 2019 Lexus RC 350 | 1 |
Every recall in this group
| Date | Recall | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2026 | Lexus GS and RC Fuel Pump May Fail | high |
| Feb 3, 2021 | Lexus RX350 leftover tow hook risks fuel fire | critical |
| Nov 4, 2020 | Toyota and Lexus fuel pumps may fail, stalling engine | high |
| Jan 13, 2020 | Toyota, Lexus fuel pump may fail, stall engine | high |
Common questions
Which Lexus vehicles are named in the 2026 fuel-pump recall?
The April 8, 2026 notice covers certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS and 2022 IS vehicles. It identifies possible failure of the low-pressure fuel pump inside the tank and specifies free replacement of the fuel pump assembly.
Is the RX350 transport-hook recall a fuel-pump repair?
Recall 21LA01 concerns certain 2019 and 2021 RX350 vehicles with a transport hook that may not have been removed before sale. The hook can damage the fuel filler pipe in a rear-end crash. Dealers inspect and remove the hook as necessary.
Does the 2026 notice say the final fuel-pump remedy is available?
The supplied notice says interim safety-risk letters were mailed June 5, 2026, and additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. It specifies free fuel pump assembly replacement but does not provide a final-remedy availability date.
A recall applies only to specific vehicles. Check your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.