Defect Description For Recall
The Secondary Hood Latch Mechanism Has A Narrow Clearance Between Internal Parts Which, Over Time, Accumulate Dust Or Other Foreign Matter And Cause The Latch To Not Engage Properly.
Make Of Vehicle
LEXUS
Model Of Vehicle
ES300
Year
1992
Recall Campaign Number
94V039000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
If This Occurs And The Primary Latch Is Not Properly Engaged, The Hood Could Open Suddenly Without Warning, Blocking The Vision Of The Driver, Which Could Cause An Accident.
Fix Defect
Lexus Dealers Will Replace The Secondary Hood Latch.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Co., Ltd.
Start Of Manufacture
19910701
End Of Manufacture
19920101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
16036
Date Owners Notified
19940311
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Date Report Received
19940223