NHTSA recall 03V088000

Seats · Toyota Motor Corporation

March 10, 2003report date

3,666units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

The fix: Dealers will remove the lls case panels around the seat stopper. Owner notification began April 8, 2003.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

2003 Lexus GX470

All model years NHTSA lists

2003 Lexus Gx470.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V088000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.