Safety Recall NHTSA · 09E033000 Reported May 26, 2009

Fmvss 108/aftermarket hid conversion kits

Q: What is recall 09E033000?

NHTSA recall 09E033000 was issued by Gnu Industries, Inc. on May 26, 2009. It addresses: Fmvss 108/aftermarket hid conversion kits. The recall affects approximately 170 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Gnu Industries, Inc. · N/A · 170 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

09E033000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Gnu Industries, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

170

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

May 26, 2009

Defect Summary

Gnu industries, inc. Is recalling certain hid headlight kits sold for use as aftermarket parts for motor vehicles. these kits fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

These kits produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic which may result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Gnu will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant kits. the recall began on june 29, 2009. owners may contact gnu at 1-954-725-9588.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Gnu Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09E033000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 09E033000

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

What is recall 09E033000?

NHTSA recall 09E033000 was issued by Gnu Industries, Inc. on May 26, 2009. It addresses: Fmvss 108/aftermarket hid conversion kits. The recall affects approximately 170 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Gnu Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09E033000 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.