Lexus Recall 26V-222: Fuel system, gasoline – fuel pump

Affected: 2016 Lexus GS, 2015 Lexus RC. Filed with NHTSA on April 8, 2026, covering about 9,139 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

The risk

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-222 (26V222000)
Manufacturer number26LB05/26LA05
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Report dateApril 8, 2026
Owners notifiedOctober 14, 2026
Vehicles affected9,139
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 12 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-222 repair free?

Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,139 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.