The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·26V222000·Announced 2026-04-08

Toyota Recalls Lexus RC, GS, and IS Models for Fuel Pump Failure

Toyota is recalling specific Lexus RC, GS, and IS models because a failing fuel pump can cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (engine stall leading to crash risk) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 Lexus GS, and 2022 Lexus IS vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the low-pressure fuel pump located inside the fuel tank, which may fail.

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 5, 2026, with additional letters to be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's internal recall numbers are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

The recalled product

Product
LEXUS IS, GS, RC
Brand
LEXUS
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
9,139

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • IS
  • GS
  • RC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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