Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #03V088000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V088000 by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing. Includes 3,666 affected units, TOYOTA/REAR SEAT LATCHING, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles equipped with the lexus link system, it may be difficult to lock one of the two latches on the bottom of the middle row left rear seat (larger side of the bench seat directly behind the driver). due to the thickness of the lexus link system storage case, the stopper on the bottom of the seat is slightly elevated. this elevated position misaligns the latch to the striker.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the lls case panels around the seat stopper. owner notification began april 8, 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 1-888-333-9376.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V088000

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Report Received Date: 2003-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Toyota/rear seat latching

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 3,666

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain vehicles equipped with the lexus link system, it may be difficult to lock one of the two latches on the bottom of the middle row left rear seat (larger side of the bench seat directly behind the driver). due to the thickness of the lexus link system storage case, the stopper on the bottom of the seat is slightly elevated. this elevated position misaligns the latch to the striker.

Consequence Summary: If the vehicle is operated with only one latch locked, the occupant of the seat may be improperly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will remove the lls case panels around the seat stopper. owner notification began april 8, 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 1-888-333-9376.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03V088000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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