2004 Lexus RX330 and Toyota Prius recall: switch

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 22, 2004. It covers about 183,090 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 183,090
reported: Nov 22, 2004
owners notified: Dec 20, 2004
related complaints: 206

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles may be equipped with an improperly designed brake light switch. A silicon oxide build-up occurs on the contacts inside the brake light switch, which can make it inoperable.
Risk: If the switch is inoperable, the brake lights will not illuminate and can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began during december 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.

Recall number 04V558000

Affected vehicles

Lexus RX330 2004 2004
Toyota Prius 2004 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 206 complaints about lights problems.

2004 Lexus RX330 2004 Toyota Prius

Questions about recall 04V558000

Is there a recall on the 2004 Lexus RX330 and Toyota Prius switch?

Yes. Recall 04V558000, reported on November 22, 2004, covers about 183,090 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V558000?

Dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began during december 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.

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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