Recall 04V-558
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 Lexus RX330 and 1 other model: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-558
- Reported
- November 22, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 183,090 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles may be equipped with an improperly designed brake light switch. A silicon oxide build-up occurs on the contacts inside the brake light switch, which can make it inoperable.
The risk
If the switch is inoperable, the brake lights will not illuminate and can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began during december 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota recall no. Ssc 40/lexus recall no. Ssc 4lh.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Lexus RX330 2004
- Toyota Prius 2004