Recall 06V121000: Front Seat Belt Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Lexus/GS 2006

Lexus/IS 2006

MANUFACTURER: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V121000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: April 12, 2006

COMPONENT: Seat Belts: Front

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 28947

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, if the front seat belt retractors (both driver and front passenger) become locked, they may not release due to a component of the emergency locking system. If the seat belt is locked in this condition, the occupant may not be able to properly fasten the seat belt.

CONSEQUENCE:
An occupant not properly wearing a seat belt may have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies. The recall is expected to begin during May 2006. Owners may contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

NOTES:
Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.