2001 Lexus LX470 Recalls
Base Sport Utility
2001 Lexus LX470 Recall Record
Recall ID # 04V434000 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Recall Date:
SEP 08, 2004
Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Description
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS DO NOT MEET LUMINOUS INTENSITY STANDARD.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD BLIND THE DRIVER OF A VEHICLE DRIVING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR, WHICH WILL DECREASE THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE DRL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE JUNE 10, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. SSC 5LB