1998-2005 Lexus LX470 recall: headlights

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 8, 2004. It covers about 75,395 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 75,395
reported: Sep 8, 2004
owners notified: Jun 10, 2005
related complaints: 3

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 04V434000

Affected vehicles

Lexus LX470 1998-2005 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about lights problems.

2002 Lexus LX470 2003 Lexus LX470 2004 Lexus LX470 2005 Lexus LX470

Questions about recall 04V434000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2005 Lexus LX470 headlights?

Yes. Recall 04V434000, reported on September 8, 2004, covers about 75,395 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V434000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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