The 2010 Lexus SC has 2 recalls, both centering on the front passenger airbag inflator, which can rupture in a crash and send metal fragments into the cabin, potentially causing serious injury or death.
Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, which is why more than one recall exists for the same defect. If the passenger airbag deploys, the inflator casing can burst apart rather than inflating the bag cleanly, turning the airbag module itself into a source of flying debris for anyone seated in the front passenger seat.
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.
