Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E050000 Reported October 14, 2003

Kmi/fmvss 108/hid conversion kits/replacement ligh

Kmi Enterprises, Inc. · Exterior Lighting · 7,358 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03E050000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
7,358
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
October 14, 2003

Defect Summary

K2 hid conversion kits of 9004, 9005, 9006, 9007, h7, h4, h3 & h1 in 8000k and 6000k. these lighting sources do not conform the electrical specifications that are required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

These lights produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic.

Corrective Action

Kmi will repurchase the noncompliant kits. owner notification began october 17, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kmi at 1-516-420-5629.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kmi Enterprises, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03E050000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03E050000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03E050000?

NHTSA recall 03E050000 was issued by Kmi Enterprises, Inc. on October 14, 2003. It addresses: Kmi/fmvss 108/hid conversion kits/replacement ligh. The recall affects approximately 7,358 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kmi Enterprises, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E050000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.