Safety Recall NHTSA · 89E023000 Reported July 24, 1989

Lighting:lamp or socket:other part lighting system

Philips Lighting Company · N/A · 28,800 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89E023000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
28,800
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
July 24, 1989

Defect Summary

The base marking on the 9005 bulb was incorrectly marked as type hb4 instead of hb3.

Safety Consequence

Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 108.

Corrective Action

Install correctly marked bulbs.

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 Philips Lighting Company dealer and reference recall ID 89E023000 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 89E023000

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

What is recall 89E023000?

NHTSA recall 89E023000 was issued by Philips Lighting Company on July 24, 1989. It addresses: Lighting:lamp or socket:other part lighting system. The recall affects approximately 28,800 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Philips Lighting Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89E023000 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.