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NHTSA recall 94V039000

Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch

Lexus ES300

Reported Feb 23, 199416,036 vehicles affectedTOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.Built Jul 1, 1991 – Jan 1, 1992

The defect

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.

The risk

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.

The remedy

Lexus dealers will replace the secondary hood latch.

Official recall at NHTSA ↗

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Vehicles in this recall

Lexus ES300
1992

Notes

System: structure; hood assembly; latches.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle IS presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy IS not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact lexus service center at 1-202-775-1707. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.