Recall 11V115 covers 19,647 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 and Gs 350 vehicles for accelerator pedal interference. Repair will be free at any franchised Lexus dealer once available.
Lexus is recalling 19,647 2006-2007 GS300 and Gs 350 AWD vehicles because a plastic pad in the floor carpet can interfere with the accelerator pedal. The pedal can stick partly depressed, causing unintended sustained speed and making the vehicle harder to stop; the Lexus dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal on the 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 and Gs 350 AWD vehicles controls engine power. It is supposed to move freely through its travel and return when the driver lifts a foot from the pedal. The floor carpet around it is supposed to stay clear of that pedal path.
On affected vehicles, a plastic pad embedded in the floor carpet sits close enough to interfere with the accelerator pedal. When the pedal contacts that pad, the pedal movement no longer matches the driver's foot movement. The problem is not in the engine or throttle electronics from this description. It is a physical interference point between the carpet pad and the pedal.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver can notice abnormal pedal feel only when the interference is already happening, such as a pedal that does not move or return the way it should.
Who's affected?
Covers the GS300 and Gs 350 across the 2006 and 2007 model years, both tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2007 Lexus GS300 | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2006 Lexus GS300 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Lexus Gs 350 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Lexus Gs 350 | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 19,647 |
Not every 2006 or 2007 Lexus GS300 or Gs 350 sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
The accelerator pedal can stick in a partly depressed position instead of returning to idle. That can leave the vehicle at unintended, sustained speeds and make stopping harder, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and drive cautiously until it is fixed. Repair will be free at any franchised Lexus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 or Gs 350 is included in this recall.
- Review any Lexus owner notice mailed on March 10, 2011 before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Lexus dealer to ask when the free floor-carpet pad modification opens.
- Reference recall number 11V115 when you call, and describe the accelerator pedal sticking concern.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra room to stop and pull over safely if the accelerator pedal does not return to idle.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Lexus technician will modify the plastic pad embedded in the floor carpet so it no longer interferes with accelerator pedal movement. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. The repair plan does not give an owner notification schedule, so owners should wait for Lexus to open the dealer process before assuming an appointment can be completed.
Timeline
| February 24, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 10, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V115?
Recall 11V115 covers 19,647 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 and Gs 350 AWD vehicles with a floor-carpet plastic pad that can interfere with the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal can stick partially depressed instead of returning to idle. Lexus dealers will modify the plastic pad for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 or Gs 350 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V115. If it is, contact a franchised Lexus dealer and ask for the floor-carpet plastic pad modification. Reference recall number 11V115 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will modify the plastic pad on the floor carpet free of charge. Schedule the work through a franchised Lexus dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended and sustained vehicle speed if the accelerator pedal sticks in a partially depressed position. That can make the vehicle harder to stop and increase crash risk. Recall 11V115 addresses the floor-carpet plastic pad that can interfere with pedal return.
What if I bought my Lexus GS300 or Gs 350 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires recall repairs regardless of ownership history. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2006-2007 Lexus GS300 or Gs 350 is included, then call a Lexus dealer with recall number 11V115.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V115000 |
|---|---|
| Lexus customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V115 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V115000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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