Toyota/certification/gvwr
Defect Summary
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) data was printed on the certification regulation label. the gvwr is incorrectly reflected on the label as 6,100 lbs. the correct gvwr should be 6,000 lbs.
Safety Consequence
The certification label does not meet the information requirements as described in the regulations.
Corrective Action
As each label is vehicle identification number specific, owners will be requested to contact their local lexus dealer first to place an order for the corrected label. once the label has arrived at the dealership, the owner will be contacted for label replacement. owner began april 10, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
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FAQ: Recall 03V031000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V031000?
NHTSA recall 03V031000 was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing on February 11, 2003. It addresses: Toyota/certification/gvwr. The recall affects approximately 5,878 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V031000 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.