Toyota is recalling almost 700,000 vehicles in the United States due to a fuel pump issue.
According to the car manufacturer, select 2018-2019 Toyota and Lexus models feature a fuel pump that may stop working. No explanation has been given as to why, but if it does, the engine may run rough, could stall, and may be unable to be restarted. If the vehicle were to stall at higher speeds, it could trigger a crash. Additionally, warning lights and messages may be displayed on the instrument panel due to the faulty fuel pump.
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Toyota says it continues to investigate the issue and is still in the process of developing a remedy. When this remedy becomes available, affected owners will enjoy the fix free of charge and as soon as possible.
Models involved in the recall include 2018-2019 model year Lexus LS 500, LC 500, RC 350, RC 300, GS 350, IS 300, ES 350, LX 570, GX 460, RX 350 and certain 2019 model year Lexus NX 300, RX 350L, and GS 300 models. In terms of Toyota-branded models recalled there are the 2018-2019 model year 4Runner, Camry, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, and Tundra as well as 2019 model year Avalon and Corolla models. A total of 696,000 vehicles are involved in the recall.
Owners of affected vehicles will be notified by first-class mail by mid-March.
