The 2008 Lexus GS has two recalls, both involving fuel leaks that can lead to a fire if fuel contacts an ignition source.
One issue involves the fuel pressure sensor, which can loosen over time and allow fuel to escape from the engine's fuel delivery pipe. The other affects vehicles with the 3.5L V6 engine: rubber diaphragms inside the fuel pulsation dampers can harden and crack, also resulting in a fuel leak near the engine.
At a glance
What can fail
The rubber diaphragm inside the fuel pulsation damper can harden and crack over time, potentially causing fuel to leak from the fuel system.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new one containing improved pulsation dampers that resist hardening and cracking.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pressure sensor on the engine fuel delivery pipe was not tightened enough at the factory. Over time, it can loosen, allowing fuel to leak through the gasket and threaded connection.
What the fix does
Dealers will check for fuel leaks from the sensor. If no leak is found, they'll tighten the sensor properly. If a leak is found, they'll replace the gasket and tighten the sensor.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
