OVER 1,300 LEXUS RECALLED IN THE UAE

DUBAI, July 5 (Bernama) -- Over 1,300 Lexus LS460s are being recalled in
the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to possible defects.

"Following close communication with Lexus Japan, we can now confirm that
1,347 selected 2007-2008 model year Lexus LS 460s are affected in the UAE,"
Simon Frith, Managing Director of Al-Futtaim Motors, said in a statement
Monday.

The company operates the Toyota, Lexus and Hino franchises in this Gulf
nation.

He said Lexus Japan had confirmed that due to possible defective valve
springs, there was a small possibility of abnormal engine noise or rough
idling.

In extremely rare instances the engine may stall.

"In the interest of delivering the highest standards of Lexus product
quality and customer care, we'll be contacting our customers directly for a
complimentary replacement of the affected parts," Frith said.

"We regret any inconvenience the recall may cause," he added.
-- BERNAMA