Toyota to recall 138,000 Lexus vehicles in U.S.

WASHINGTON -- Toyota Motor Corp. says it intends to recall 138,000 Lexus vehicles in the United States to fix faulty engines in the latest quality problem at the world's No. 1 automaker.

The company says flaws in valve springs, a crucial engine component, could make the vehicle stall while in motion. Toyota said in a statement Friday it plans to file paperwork on the recall with the government next week.

The recall affects certain GS, IS and LS vehicles from the 2006-2008 model years.

Toyota had announced it would recall 270,000 Lexus vehicles around the world to address the engine problem.

Affected models are:

-- 2007 and 2008 GS 350

-- 2007 and 2008 GS 450h gas-electric hybrid

-- 2008 GS 460

-- 2006, 2007 and 2008 IS 350

-- 2007 and 2008 LS 460

-- 2007 and 2008 LS 460 L

-- 2008 LS 600h L hybrid

Some models within this group are not affected. Owners of recalled vehicles will be notified by mail. Customers call 1-800-255-3987 with questions.