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1999 Lexus RX300 recall: switch

Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. reported this safety recall on January 20, 1999. It covers about 23,441 vehicles.

vehicles affected
23,441
reported
Jan 20, 1999
owners notified
Feb 16, 1999
related complaints
6

Exterior lighting: headlights: switch

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The headlights and taillights may not automatically illuminate in low ambient light when the headlight switch is placed in the "auto" position.
Risk
Vehicles following behind may not see the vehicle since no headlights and taillights would be illuminated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a modified body electronic control unit.

Recall number 99V011000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about lights problems.

1999 Lexus RX300

Questions about recall 99V011000

Is there a recall on the 1999 Lexus RX300 switch?

Yes. Recall 99V011000, reported on January 20, 1999, covers about 23,441 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V011000?

Dealers will install a modified body electronic control unit.

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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