Toyota Recalls 2006 Lexus For Faulty Seat Belt

Toyota recalls 2006 Lexus GS and Lexus IS.
 
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor North America, Inc.  
 
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V121000  Mfg's Report Date : APR 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.