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A small number of Lexus GS 350 sedans are being recalled by Toyota Motor Corp. according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. A problem in the luxury car's electronic steering control unit may cause the steering wheel to become off-centered in parked Lexus GS350.
The inaccuracy of the steering wheel position in relation to the front wheels may cause a crash since the recalled car will move in unexpected directions while drivers maneuver it from a parked spot, warns NHTSA
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 is an updated model which was unveiled in January at the Detroit auto show. Consumer Reports' car testers have had a chance to preview the redesigned Lexus GS 350. (Watch the Consumer Reports video, Detroit Auto Show: 2013 Lexus GS 350.) We'll report how our purchased 2013 Lexus GS 350 fares in our tests and on our track soon.
According to NHTSA, about 663 of the new Lexus GS 350 cars have the flaw programming in its variable gear ratio steering (VGRS) system. Next month, Toyota will begin to notify affected owners to bring the recalled Lexus sedans into dealerships where the steering control unit will be re-programmed free of charge.
For more information, consumers can call Toyota toll-free (800-331-4331) or visit the NHTSA website: www.SaferCar.gov.
Sources:
Recall: 2013 Lexus GS350 - Steering : : : :Campaign ID #: 12V221000 [NHTSA]
Toyota recalls '13 GS 350 for steering software flaw [Detroit News]
—Paul Eng
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