Lexus is launching two voluntary recalls in the UK, affecting its IS, GS and RX models.

The first recall concerns the brake master cylinder and the second a fuel pump on the GS model.

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The company said in a statement it is working with the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) to contact registered owners and keepers by letter to advise them of the procedure for taking their vehicle to a Lexus Centre or an Official Lexus Service Outlet for the necessary repair work to be done.

The first recall has been made concerning the brake master cylinder fitted to IS, GS and RX models built between February 2003 and November 2005.

Lexus said it is aware the seal between the brake master cylinder and the brake booster may turn in its seat, causing brake fluid to leak into the brake booster.

“In the very unlikely event that this happens, the driver will be alerted to the problem by the low brake fluid warning light. The brakes will continue to function normally for a significant time – over 200 miles of regular driving. Lexus knows of no accidents caused by this issue,” the company said.

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The repair involves the replacement of a small seal and a check for any fluid contamination in the brake booster. If any contamination is found, the brake booster will be replaced. Approximately 15,400 UK registered vehicles are affected by this recall.

The second recall concerns the fuel pump on GS 300 models built between September 2004 and February 2006. Expansion and contraction of the fuel tank may stretch the fuel pump’s electrical harness. This may lead to a break in the circuit, causing the fuel pump, and so the engine, to stop without warning. Lexus knows of no reported accidents as a result of this issue, it said.

The repair involves replacement of the fuel pump wiring harness, a job that takes about three hours. The recall affects 2,081 UK-registered cars.

Belinda Poole, Lexus director, said: “We apologise for any inconvenience or concern these recalls may cause our customers. Our Lexus Centres will be liaising with our customers to carry out the recall repair procedures as promptly as possible, with all work undertaken by expertly trained Lexus service personnel.”