Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
LEXUS
Model Of Vehicle
GX470
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V088000
Component Description
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20021107
End Of Manufacture
20030129
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3666
Date Owners Notified
20030408
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Date Report Received
20030310