The 2008 Lexus SC has 2 recalls, both centered on the front passenger airbag inflator, which can rupture during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, raising the risk of serious injury or death.
Both recalls cover the same underlying defect in the passenger-side frontal airbag inflator. If that airbag deploys in a crash, the inflator housing can burst apart, scattering metal fragments toward the driver and passengers rather than providing the intended protection.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger side front air bag inflator may build up excessive pressure inside, causing it to rupture when the air bag deploys.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or the entire front passenger air bag assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The passenger side front air bag inflator may allow moisture inside over time, which could cause it to rupture when the air bag deploys.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or the entire air bag assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
